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Terriers may have originated in the British Isles. In fact, early breeds in the Terrier Group earned their keep as good ratters or vermin catchers. Their wedge shaped heads along with their strong muscles helped these dogs to dig for rodents and other burrowing animals.
Their facial features are designed to protect them from the wrath of the prey. Their skin on the face is tightly drawn and the hairs around their mouths are stiff and hard.
These dogs were good protectors as well. Today, they are still good protectors and pest controllers as well, although many terrier owners may not use them for that purpose.
All of the terriers tend to have similar dispositions. Terriers are sharp in both movement and reaction, meaning that they are inclined to move or act first. Unfortunately, terriers can be a bit rambunctious and unfriendly, meaning they will get into it with the neighbor’s dog. Likewise, although dogs may be man’s best friends, the terrier may not be the deliveryman’s best friend.
Terriers come with either short legs or long. Their coats are available in three different types including soft, smooth, and wire. The wire haired breeds require a bit more grooming care since the dead hairs from their coats must actually be clipped or plucked.
The following dogs are included in the Terrier Group:
Airedale Terrier
Australian Terrier
Bedlington Terrier
Border Terrier
Bull Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Czesky Terrier
Dandie Dinmont
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Irish Terrier
Glen of Imaal Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Lakeland Terrier
Manchester Terrier
Norfolk Terrier
Norwich Terrier
Parson Jack Russell
Scottish Terrier
Sealyham Terrier
Skye Terrier
Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Breeds found in the Terrier Group are typically alert and playful. Additionally, terriers make good family pets since they are quite affectionate towards their owners. Terriers have a great deal of energy and spirit; therefore, obedience training is often a good idea.
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