Terrier Group – American Kennel Club (original) (raw)
Feisty and energetic are two of the primary traits that come to mind for those who have experience with Terriers. In fact, many describe their distinct personalities as “eager for a spirited argument.” Bred to hunt, kill vermin and to guard their families home or barn; sizes range from…
Feisty and energetic are two of the primary traits that come to mind for those who have experience with Terriers. In fact, many describe their distinct personalities as “eager for a spirited argument.” Bred to hunt, kill vermin and to guard their families home or barn; sizes range from fairly small, as in the Norfolk, Cairn or West Highland White Terrier, to the larger and grand Airedale Terrier. Prospective owners should know that terriers make great pets, but they do require determination on the part of the owner because they can be stubborn; have high energy levels, and require special grooming (known as “stripping”) to maintain a characteristic appearance.
Airedale Terrier His size, strength, and unflagging spirit have earned the Airedale Terrier the nickname The King of…
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Australian Terrier The diminutive Australian Terrier is plucky, spirited, and smarthow did they fit so much dog into…
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Bedlington Terrier Graceful terriers in sheeps clothing, Bedlington Terriers, named for the English mining shire where…
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Border Terrier Admirers of the upbeat and agile Border Terrier cherish their breeds reputation as a tough…
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Bull Terrier Among the most comical and mischievous citizens of dogdom, the Bull Terrier is playful and…
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Cairn Terrier Cairn Terriers are happy, busy little earthdogs originally bred to fearlessly root out foxes and…
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Cesky Terrier The Cesky Terrier, national dog of the Czech Republic, is a clever and adventurous playmate fo…
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Irish Terrier The Irish Terrier, Daredevil of the Emerald Isle, is a bold, dashing, and courageous terrier of…
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