Although a great exterminator, this breed likes to play and interact with people and will make a devoted and loyal family companion. Also known as AmStaff, the American Staffordshire Terrier is a stocky, well-built, and powerful breed.
While their appearance and strength might seem intimidating to some, AmStaffs are friendly, attentive, and devoted family dogs. Being intelligent and eager to please, makes them highly trainable, but they do need a strong and assertive owner who will be able to set boundaries. When properly trained and socialized from a young age AmStaffs are wonderful companions and amazing family pets.
Originally bred for fox hunting, the Jack Russell Terrier is a small dog with a huge personality. These clever, fearless, independent, and friendly dogs need a lot of mental stimulation and exercise to be on their best behavior. Although smart, Jack Russell Terriers are also very stubborn which makes training difficult for novice owners. The Australian Terrier was bred to hunt snakes and rodents but it is also a great watchdog and companion.
While small in size, this breed has a lot of energy and can easily get destructive if not exercised and stimulated daily. This high spirited and affectionate breed is an ideal choice for active families that have plenty of time to interact and play with their canine companion.
As all other Terrier breeds, the Australian Terrier can be stubborn at times so use reward-based training to reinforce desired behavior and make the training stick.
Also known as the Scottie, the Scottish Terrier is a small dog breed that was originally bred to dig and follow its prey into the ground. As all other Terrier dog breeds, the Scottie is an excellent watchdog with an independent and stubborn streak.
Despite their small size, these dogs are fearless and have a powerful bark that can scare intruders and neighboring cats away. While reserved towards strangers, the Scottie is deeply devoted and affectionate towards its family and makes a wonderful companion. This hard-working and versatile dog breed has a strong prey drive and a lot of energy. The Airedale likes to dig, chase, and bark, so you should consider whether you are willing to accept those types of behavior.
However, with early training, socialization, and a lot of attention, the Airedale will be a fun-loving, active, and reliable protector of your family. The Norfolk Terrier is a small and cute-looking dog with a lively personality and ton of energy. This fun-loving breed is in perpetual motion, always ready to play and in pursuit of new adventures.
The Norfolk Terrier adapts well to apartment living and is the happiest when he is involved in all family activities and can get a taste of the action. Devoted and loyal, these dogs develop strong bonds with their people and are excellent watchdogs. While small in size, the Rat Terrier is a tough, feisty, and energetic rat killing machine. Cairn Terriers are happy, busy little earthdogs originally bred to fearlessly root out foxes and… See More Compare Breed.
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AKC actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and is dedicated to advancing dog sports. However, prospective owners should be aware of health issues related to its prominent read: buggy eyes and flat snout. The Bull Terrier was originally used for bull baiting, among other gruesome sports. The all-white variety of the breed looks somewhat like a walking egg, with its unusually shaped head. Deafness is much less common in colored Bull Terriers. This fearsome little breed originates in the Scottish Highlands, and takes its name from the stone mounds, called cairns , where the dogs were tasked with hunting rodents.
Modern Cairn Terriers maintain a strong prey drive, but their usual gig these days is being a loving member of the family.
You Should Know: These dogs have a coat that needs to be periodically hand-stripped to maintain its wiry texture. While most terrier breeds originated in England or thereabouts, this little guy hails from the Czech Republic. With its long body, stubby legs, large head, and fuzzy topknot, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is one of the more oddball terrier breeds. These dogs are the strong-but-silent type.
These handsome pups are among the oldest terrier breeds, having a long and distinguished history as farm dogs in Ireland. Their long legs and red color make them the sports car of terrier breeds although it should be mentioned that they come in wheaten color as well. And you do need to take these dogs for a spin regularly — for like most terriers, they tend to get frustrated and extra-naughty if they go too long without exercise.
You Should Know: If you want to show off your Irish roots, this could be the terrier for you. You Should Know: In addition to being one of the most well-known dog breeds around, the Jack Russell is also one of the most high-maintenance. They are not recommended for solitary apartment life, but thrive on activity and engagement. They do especially well in good-sized families, where they have multiple playmates to keep them busy. When people say terriers come in many different forms, the Kerry Blue Terrier is one of the dogs they have in mind.
The blue ish coat is obviously the standout feature of this breed, which is named after the County of Kerry in Ireland. The breed is woven into Irish folklore and history, and over the years has had jobs ranging from exterminator to police dog. You Should Know: Kerry Blue Terriers are great family dogs, but have a strong prey drive and tend to be aggressive with other dogs. The best cure for that is early socialization, including puppy kindergarten and closely supervised trips to the dog park.
Before there was an app for that, there was a terrier for that. They were called upon to kill foxes and other vermin, with long legs for running and a smaller size for going to ground. These smooth-coated terriers were originally bred to kill rats, a job that was much-needed in the 19th Century in places such as Manchester, England. There is both a Standard Manchester Terrier, which can weigh up to 22 pounds, and a Toy Manchester Terrier, which tops out at 12 pounds.
As a result, you may need to make a road trip if you want to connect with a breeder. You Should Know: This is one of the more people-pleasing of the terrier breeds. While terriers are famous for having minds of their own, Miniature Schnauzers are often focused on their owners, and with their high intelligence, can be trained to do tricks with relative ease. This breed is commonly confused with its pointy eared cousin, the Norwich Terrier.
They started as ratters and fox hunters, and now make their bones with their adorable looks and zippy personalities. As with the closely related Norfolk Terrier not to mention many other terrier breeds , these dogs are sturdy, fearless, and independent.
You Should Know: Norwich Terrier puppies are often hard to find, and expensive to acquire. The name of this breed is rather generic, given that many terriers have their origins as ratters. These dogs were a mainstay on American farms of the early 20th Century, and they seem to be making something of a comeback in popularity in recent years. Both Standard and Miniature Rat Terriers are valued for their keen intelligence, trainability, and eagerness to help humans in a variety of ways.
You Should Know: While many dog breeds come with a long and terrifying list of potential health problems, the Rat Terrier does not. The hardiness of the breed is likely due to its diverse origins and continued interbreeding with other dogs throughout its history.
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