Terrier Group
Lively, Fun and Smart Dogs!

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Dogs from the Terrier Group are smart, alert, spirited, energetic and fearless. They love to play and always look like they are ready and waiting for some exciting action. And if it doesn't happen, they will find a way to let you know they want some attention. You'll never have a chance to get bored if you have a terrier around.

Most of the dogs in this group were developed to hunt small animals in dens or burrows or chase down vermin. Their coat, strong jaws, digging ability and quickness have equipped them well for these jobs. Don't expect to get their attention if they have spotted, or given chase to, a moving object!

Dogs in this group are very alert - they will cock an ear at the slightest sound. As such, they make excellent watch dogs. They are not in the least fragile, very adaptable and make great family dogs. Some, like the Jack Russell Terrier have a lot of showmanship in them and in earlier times were circus performers. Today, you are apt to see them frequently on television shows or commercials.



One area you have to keep an eye on, is their health. They are so tough, that they will often give no indication of any aches and pains or other health troubles. Many times, they just go on about their business as if nothing is wrong. These dogs are no wimps.

There is quite a variation in size within this group. From the very small Cairn and West Highland Terriers, to the king of Terriers - The Airedale. Likewise, their voices do vary. Some find the smaller dog's bark a little on the high pitched side.

The Terrier Group have done very well in dog shows. The Wire Fox Terrier has won more best in show titles at the famous Westminster Dog Show than any other breed.


Click on any of the terrier group dog breeds in the table below to learn more about each of these wonderful dogs and see their pictures.

Airedale Terrier	American Staffordshire Terrier	Australian Terrier	Bedlington Terrier	Glen of Imaal Terrier
Irish Terrier	Kerry Blue Terrier	Lakeland Terrier	Border Terrier	Bull Terrier
Cairn Terrier	Dandie Dinmont Terrier	Norwich Terrier	Parson Russell Terrier	Scottish Terrier
Sealyham Terrier	Manchester Terrier	Miniature Bull Terrier	Miniature Schnauzer	Norfolk Terrier
Skye Terrier	Smooth Fox Terrier	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier	Staffordshire Bull Terrier	Welsh Terrier
West Highland White Terrier	Wire Fox Terrier

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