Unfortunately, the Pushon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Australian Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Sensitive
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Alert
Courageous
Loyal
Intelligent
Companionable
Outright
Tempered
Spirited

Pushons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Australian Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Pushons aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Australian Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Australia

Bichon Frise and Pug

Terriers, Tasmanian Dog

1990

1800s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Isabella
Black
Brown
Sable

Red
Blue
Cream

Straight

Wiry

A Pushon can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Australian Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Corneal Ulcer
Flea Allergy
Ear Health and Infection
Dry Eye

None

Full Physical Examination
Eye Tests
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Neurological Testing
Ophthalmological Examination
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Allergy Testing

Blood Test
X-Rays

Pushons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Australian Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Pushon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pushons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Australian Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Pushons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Australian Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

The Pushon is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Australian Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Play keep away, Toys, Walking, Running, Fetch, Walk, Tricks

Chasing, Walks, Lounging

Pushons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Australian Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pushon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Terrier, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pushons usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Australian Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Pushon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Australian Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pushon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pushon is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Pushon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Australian Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Australian Terriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

Pushons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Australian Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Pushons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Australian Terriers are not cat friendly.

Pushons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Australian Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Pushons are highly friendly around strangers.

Australian Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Pushons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Australian Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.