Overview Originating in England, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier was bred for bull, bear, and lion baiting. The aforementioned “blood-sports” were officially eliminated in 1835 when Britain introduced animal welfare laws. However, “blood-sport” proponents began using this breed for organized dog fighting. Today, with their “blood-sport” history behind them, this breed has become a stable and [...]
Overview Originating in Ireland, this breed was used as an all-purpose farmers’ dog. They were vermin killers, guard dogs, herders of sheep and cattle, hunters on land and in water, and a deterrent to trespassers. By 1932 this breed had nearly vanished, but were saved from becoming extinct by dog fancier Patrick Blake. The Soft [...]
Overview The Silky Terrier is intelligent, curious, and in constant motion. Originally developed in the 19th century in Australia. The Silky is compact but is light in build. They are a friendly and spirited breed. The Silky Terrier can be possessive with their family and property. Character The Silky Terrier is an excellent companion. This [...]
Overview The Scottish Terrier originated in Scotland and is considered to be the most ancient of any Highland Terrier. They are curious and playful, small and muscular. The Scottie makes a good companion for the right family. They have a compact and sturdy build. Character The Scottish Terrier exudes a bold and dignified manner. They [...]
Overview The Rat Terrier was originally named by none other than Teddy Roosevelt. The Rat Terriers were developed in Great Britain from a cross between the Smooth Fox Terriers and the Manchester Terriers in 1820. They were brought into the United States in the 1890′s, where they became more popular. American breeders crossed this breed [...]
Overview The Norwich Terrier originated in Great Britain in the 19th century. They are one of the smallest Terriers. This breed is low, compact, and strong. The Norwich was bred to hunt rabbits and hares in small packs. Therefore, they tend to be more social than other breeds of Terrier. Character The Norwich Terrier is [...]
Overview The Jack Russell Terrier or Parson Jack Russell Terrier originated in England in the 19th century. Their name derived from the Reverend John Russell, a hunting enthusiast, who was the first person to breed them for fox hunting. The Jack Russell Terrier is exceedingly adept at digging and burrowing into foxholes and dens. Character [...]
Overview Originating in Ireland during the 1700s, the Irish Terrier is one of the oldest Terrier breeds. An adept hunter and exterminator of den animals, this breed also served as a wartime messenger and retriever. They were never favored by aristocracy, but were extremely valuable to the Irish farmer for their work ethic, guarding abilities, [...]
Overview Fox terrier refers to two other breeds – the The Smooth Fox Terrier and the Wire Fox Terrier. Both these breeds are originating from England as a result of different terriers mixing. There other modern recognized terrier breeds that are descended from Fox terriers – Jack Russel Terrier, Miniature Fox Terrier, Rat Terrier, Brazilian [...]