The Tenterfield Terrier is a loyal and lively dog, very alert and active. These dogs are devoted to their owners and will stick by your side. They love games, which help to keep them engaged and out of trouble.

Like many terriers, the Tenterfield Terrier is prone to chase what it sees as "prey." This could mean the children or the family cat. Don’t let this dog’s small size fool you — it is tenacious and skilled, which means this behavior, though it could seem comical, needs to be nipped in the bud.