Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Bullie or Aussie?

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Name	Bullmastiff	Australian Terrier
Origins	England	Australia
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bullie Bully	Aussie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bullmastiff and an Australian Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bullmastiff and an Australian Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)	9-14 pounds (4-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	11.5 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier? Is a Bullmastiff taller than an Australian Terrier?	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)	9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	10 inches (25.5 cm)

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bullmastiff and an Australian Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier?	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Australian Terrier is easier than average to get.

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Australian Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bullmastiff and an Australian Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Outright Tempered Companionable Spirited
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Australian Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier social needs comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier?	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Bullmastiff dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Australian Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Australian Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bullmastiff indoors.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Australian Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Australian Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bullmastiff and an Australian Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Australian Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier?	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Australian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier health problems comparison:	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	No data available

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Australian Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Australian Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier?	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Australian Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Australian Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier? Compare breed colors.	Red Fawn Brindle	Tan Red Blue Sandy
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Australian Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bullmastiff and an Australian Terrier? Compare fur types.	Rough	Rough
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier? Do Bullmastiff dogs shed more than Australian Terrier dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Australian Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier?	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or Australian Terrier? Can a Bullmastiff and an Australian Terrier be friends? Do Bullmastiff dogs get along with Australian Terrier dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Australian Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier?	Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Australian Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bullmastiff or an Australian Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier. Which has larger litters?	4-13 puppies, average 8	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Australian Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bullmastiff and Australian Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	No data available

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