All about terriers

Terriers appeared in the XVIII century in the UK, where they were bred as hunters for small animals and foxes. They also guarded houses from rodents, and over time became participants in dog competitions and fights - the favorite entertainment of commoners. Since then, hunting excitement and fearlessness have remained in the character of dogs.

Although terriers are commonly considered to be English breeds, there are other varieties of them, because it is considered the height of prestige to breed their national breed of terriers. There are American and Australian breeds, as well as Japanese and Mexican. In addition, some European countries also have their own terriers. Over time, most species have lost their original characteristics and turned into pets. There are quite a few types of terriers that vary not only in appearance, but also in character. However, all of them are associated with such characteristic features as incredible courage and loyalty.

Terriers are different extreme devotion to his family, which has earned the love of many dog ​​breeders around the world. But at the same time, it is necessary to remember that they are hunters, and they need frequent walks and active pastime.

According to the standards of the cynological federation, all types of terriers are divided into 3 subgroups: small, medium and large. Let us dwell on each in more detail.

Among the terriers, a significant number of dogs of small breeds. This is due to their initial characteristics, because mostly small breeds were bred to penetrate holes. Small breeds mostly turn on in the role of pets and companions, although they also have the characteristic features of their ancestors.

The breed belongs to a rather young breed, it was bred only at the end of the 19th century in Yorkshire in England. Yorkies belong to the decorative breeds and are characterized by a cheerful and energetic disposition. With their cute appearance, these miniature dogs have gained immense popularity among dog lovers. They have a small body, a tiny cute face with a button-nose and black eyes. The growth of animals is 18-20 cm with an average weight of 2-3 kg.

A distinctive feature of the breed is beautiful, long coat, it does not have undercoat, so the animals practically do not fade. This feature allows even those who are allergic to wool to be kept in York's house.

The color of purebred representatives is only one. The head is brownish in color, the neck and back are gray-blue, and the abdomen has a brownish-yellow hue. The coat on the small legs is golden brown, but the coat on the tail is gray-blue, but darker in color than on the body.

The average life expectancy of Yorks is 11-15 years, and with proper care and care, they can live longer. The Yorkshire Terriers have a curious and peaceful character, but despite their miniature size, they are quite bold and, if danger arises, will rush into battle without hesitation. They are distinguished by extreme devotion to the owner, but they also require increased attention and love.

Comes from Australia, although the breed is registered in America. Breed representatives also apply to decorative species. At the withers, dogs reach 20–25 cm, and weigh 3.5–4.5 kg. Animal is characterized short stature, with a stocky body and a head of medium size wedge-shaped.

The ears are erect, triangular, and the wool is extraordinarily soft and silky. In addition, it is quite thick and long, and on the legs is short and snug. Its color can be of two types: gray-blue with a light fawn tone or blue with tan. The coat color on the tail is darker. The yellow shade is mainly located on the cheeks, paws and back of the body. It is rare to see a representative of a breed with red or sand wool.

Puppies are born exclusively black, and by the age of one and a half years their color changes to the one that is characteristic of the breed. In their liking, dogs are energetic and inquisitive, distinguished by devotion and courage. They are in good contact with other animals, even cats. Children are patiently and peacefully. But to strangers - with caution. Ideal as a companion.

Dogs are distinguished by the absence of a characteristic long coat, but this does not detract from their merits. The appearance of this breed is a matter of chance., a pair of rat-terriers gave birth to a puppy, deprived of hair, the breeders of Scott's wife became interested in him, and a few years later, thanks to this puppy and the persistent work of the breeders, a new breed appeared. American terriers are very cheerful and inquisitive, like to learn new things.

Thanks to my activity and friendliness easily find a common language with everyone - both with people and animals. Sometimes the rat-catcher's instinct can wake up at the pet - it is necessary to forbid him to do this in the same way as to ensure that he does not engage in fights with dogs, since his skin is delicate and he can easily get hurt.

Representatives of this breed are distinguished by their unique facial expressions. Their cute face can express a lot of emotions. In appearance, American terriers are similar to their relatives of rat terriers: strong muscles, elongated muzzle, erect ears and strong limbs. The color in dogs can be different, but the most common pink with small spots of black, brown or white. The growth of the animal is 25-36 cm with a weight of 3-6 kg.

The breed belongs to hunting, used it to hunt otters and foxes. Although now the dog belongs to the decorative, she retained all her qualities. In the formation of pedigree qualities, the main features were the properties of a hunter, and they did not attach special importance to their appearance, which is why the representatives of the breed look slightly nondescript. The size of the dogs is 25-30 cm, weighs 5-7 kg.

The body of the Border Terrier is quite compact, with a powerful head, small hanging ears and a long body. The limbs are long, strong, a short tail set high. The hair of a border terrier can have several color options: red, brown, bluish-tan or with gray hair. The coat has a rigid structure and has an average undercoat. Mustache and beard stand out on the face.

Another decorative breed, whose homeland is America. It appeared relatively recently and was first known as the American Bull Terrier. Representatives of this breed are distinguished by extraordinary quick wits and a lively mind. Due to such qualities, as well as graceful appearance, dogs are most often chosen as a companion. The Boston Terrier is notable for its friendliness and affection for the owner, although at times it is not averse to straighten oneself.

Other animals are peaceful. The dog is suitable for not too active people, because it does not need long walks and active pastime, as well as some special care. In addition, representatives of this breed are notable for their cleanliness. Due to the fact that they react poorly to temperature changes, they can not stay on the street for a long time. The dog has a slightly square body, short muzzle and tail, her nose is flattened. Coloring can be tiger or black with white spots on the face, forehead, neck and legs. The coat is short and smooth. Such terriers weigh up to 11.3 kg.

In the past, the breed was used as working or hunting dogs. It belongs to the ancient Scottish breeds and is known in rather narrow circles of expert dog breeders. With a height of 20-28 cm, dogs weigh about 8 kg, are distinguished by a strong physique, despite their small size. The body is elongated, the head is rather large, and the legs are short. The color is predominantly peppery or mustard, there may be white spots on the breast.

The dog is characterized by a muscular, elongated body, on the head there is a silky tuft, which falls on the eyes. The coat is two-layer with fluffy undercoat and long, dense hair. Coloring can be of several colors: black, gray, brown, cream. In the yard, the dog is active, and indoors it is calm. He is loyal and friendly to the family, but chooses only one as the owner.

Well perceives children and other animals, subject to early socialization. They are suspicious of strangers, which is excellent qualities for a watchman. Although fearless, but with a gentle character, he often likes to be stubborn.

The breed is one of the oldest in Scotland, but it is quite popular in European countries, America and even Australia. Dogs have a compact, strong, proportionately folded body. The core coat is short, stiff, but has a soft undercoat.On the head, the coat is softer and thicker. Coloring can be various, except for white, on a muzzle and tail there can be dark spots. Representatives of the breed are not particularly mobile, but equally serve all members of the family.

In the past, working dogs and hunters, and now loyal companions, core samples become great friends who like to learn new things.

Initially, the breed was bred as rat hunters and other rodents. The first dogs had greater growth than modern representatives, and possessed the qualities of fighting dogs. At the moment, the Manchester Terrier is being acquired as a companion. The dog is characterized by an active, cheerful disposition and cheerfulness. She is a very devoted friend, but extremely restless.

Representatives of the breed are often used as show dogs. The height of the animal according to the standard should be 25-30 cm, and weight - up to 6-10 kg. The dog’s coat is short, tight-fitting, its color is coal-black with a light tan that has a mahogany hue, and the color separation line should be clear.

The breed belongs to one of the most expensive. This is explained by the fact that only 1-2 puppies are born in the litter. The dog has an extremely calm character, but if it is pissed off, it can protect itself. Representatives of the breed are distinguished by endurance and performance, as well as freedom-loving disposition. They do not like passive relaxation in an apartment; they prefer nature in the countryside.

The body of the animal is compact, with well-developed muscles, the back and legs are quite short. The dog weighs up to 5-5.5 kg, and the growth does not exceed 25-26 cm. The muzzle is wedge-shaped, the ears are pointed. Coloring can be of several options: gray, black, wheat, red. The coat has a rigid structure, the ears and head are covered with a short and smooth coat, and a slightly longer coat is formed on the neck and shoulders.

The breed is known mainly in England, while its closest relative Norwich is more popular in other countries. Norfolk friendly and cheerful, with a playful, good-natured character. Representatives of this breed get along well in urban apartments, therefore, do not require long walks. Are different balanced tempertherefore fit as a companion even for inexperienced hosts. In appearance, the representatives of the breed are similar to the previous one.

At the withers they reach 25.5 cm, have a strong, squat physique with a rounded head. The coat is rather hard, short, more dense on the neck and shoulders, forming a mane. The coloration is the same as that of Norwich Terriers.

Representatives of the breed differ in their sociability and energy, but at the same time they are always on the alert. Not only excellent companions are obtained from them, but also good watchmen. Sealyhem does not need long, active walks; he prefers a quiet pastime. The breed is characterized by loyalty to the owner and an aristocratic, refined disposition. In the past, the breed was considered a hunting breed and was used to catch badger, otters and foxes, and modern syliche - decorative dogs, frequent visitors to exhibitions.

The animal is characterized by small growth - up to 31 cm - and a strong physique. Wool of a rigid structure having an undercoat. Coloring can have several options: purely white or with brownish, lemon spots on the head.

The breed is characterized by poise and obedience, as well as attachment to the owner. Adapts to different conditions with ease, can live in a city apartment and outside the city. He treats strangers with distrust, but does not show aggression, he is friendly with other animals.The breed is still not numerous enough, therefore it is still rare. They belong to decorative dogs, although they are also good as a companion.

At the withers, the animal reaches a height of 27-30 cm, its dimensions are compact, its body is slightly elongated, and its limbs are short. The coat is long she is sheared as necessary, on the front of her head it is not customary to clean it, so the Czech terrier has thick eyebrows and a mustache. Do not cut the hair on the legs, chest and belly, leaving a thick, silky “shirt”.

The breed was originally bred for catching rats, as the name implies, and, it should be noted, dogs did an excellent job of this task. Then they were used in the races and competitions in catching rats. Animals are different extraordinary speed while running, and the elongated shape of the head allows, without slowing down, to pass into the hole. The muzzle is wedge-shaped with well-developed jaws. The limbs are strong, with well-developed muscles.

The coat of the dog is short and smooth. Coloring is two- or three-color: white-red, mottled with red, red, black with tan, blue and white with tan. Despite the excellent qualities of a hunter, the rat terrier has an inquisitive and playful disposition. The dog loves children very much and becomes a great friend for them; it is distinguished by devotion and care for the owner.

The breed is small, dogs weigh 2-4 kg, their height is 30-33 cm. The animal is characterized by a square format and a fairly light skeleton. The head is graceful narrow, ears hanging. The coat of representatives of the breed is short and soft, without undercoat. Coloring can be three-colored, black, red and white colors prevail, and brown speck may also be present. The ideal option is when the dog has a white body with a dark head. The breed was bred as a companion, so the Japanese Terriers are true friends, though with an extremely mischievous disposition.

The middle breeds of terriers are also quite numerous and have many advantages.

Like all breeds of terriers, they are characterized by endurance and unpretentiousness in care. Dogs are distinguished by jealousy, so they get along badly with children and other pets. In general, Bedlington’s disposition is rather affectionate and sociable, but they are wary of strangers. Animals need to arrange regular runs to make them feel good. According to standards, the growth of a purebred dog is 40-44 cm for males and 37-41 cm for females, and weight is 8-10 kg.

The coat has both soft and hard hairs, on the head and face they are slightly curly. Coloring can have several options: blue, sand or liver (can be tan). Animals with a two-tone color may have tan spots on the breast, under the tail, on the hind legs and near the eyes.

Representatives of the breed are characterized by a growth of 35-49 cm and a weight of up to 10 kg. Their coat is short, white with gray-blue, brownish or black spots. The dog is quite active, needs training. Differs in devotion only to the owner, treats the rest of the family members kindly. The Brazilian Terrier is a fan of barking even for no reason, so it is not very suitable for panel houses.

Refers to fox, badger and other rodent hunting dogs. The physique is compact, harmoniously folded, the head has a somewhat rectangular shape. The front legs are not too large, but the hind legs are quite muscular. Coat is thick, having undercoat.Dogs can have a two- or three-color color, the most common color combinations: gray, red and black.

Puppies are born completely black, and with age acquire a characteristic color. By its nature, the dog is quite stubborn and willful, but cheerful and energetic, does not show any aggression towards people.

They used the dog as a hunter for small birds, as well as a shepherd. Now, Kerry Blue is mainly a pet, an excellent companion and exhibitor. The breed is characterized by affection and devotion towards the owner and hostility to other dogs. The animal has a playful and lively disposition, moreover, it is distinguished by love and care for children. The dog has a compact size (height 44-48 cm), a somewhat square body shape with well-developed muscles.

Wool is thick and soft, almost does not fade, in addition, it is slightly wavy. Exhibition standards require a mandatory haircut to give the necessary forms. The coat of representatives of the breed has an unusual blue color in different shades, and does not have an undercoat.

Representatives of the breed are distinguished by a rather narrow body, which allows them to climb even into narrow burrows, since dogs were originally used for burrowing. The dog has a somewhat aggressive and pugnacious disposition, so he needs socialization, although in the house she is cheerful and positive. Suitable breed for active people. The shape of the head is rectangular, the coat is thick, stiff, on the muzzle and legs it is longer. There is no standard color; it can be any.

At the withers, dogs should have 34.5-37 cm.

The burrow rock, which was used only for hunting. However, they make loyal friends. They are extremely restrained and not used to showing their feelings. The color of the yagd terriers is black with tan, the coat is hard, dense, with undercoat that protects well from the cold and insects. The breed standard is 30-40 cm at the withers.

The head of the dog is elongated, with strong jaws that hold the grip well. Representatives of the breed are characterized courage and fearlessness, because of this often suffer from larger animals during the hunt.

These two varieties differ only in wool, the rest of their standards are the same. Wirehaired representatives have hard, wire-like outer hair and soft undercoat. Such hair needs trimming: with proper processing, the dog’s head has the shape of an elongated rectangle, lush cuffs on the legs and a short, slightly wavy coat on the body. Smooth-haired fox-terrier - the owner of a short coat, which is tight to the body. Such dogs have a special grace and grace.

The standard features of the fox terrier include growth at the withers of 34-40 cm. The rocks are characterized by a three-color color, where spots are located on a white background. The nature of dogs is dominated by sociability and friendliness. They love energetic games with children, allowing them any liberties. The Fox Terrier likes to be paid attention to; moreover, he is rather proud and proud. Breeds for fox hunting were bred, so their representatives are very fast and energetic, sometimes they are even too fussy.

The breed is distinguished by its versatility, its representatives can be faithful companions, working dogs or hunters. Animals are characterized by energy, stamina and a lively mind. By nature a dog good-natured and affectionate, very devoted to the owner. But despite this, with the advent of danger, he will boldly repulse anyone. The height of the dog at the withers 46-48, weight 11.5-12 kg.Coloring is predominantly red with a wheat or yellow tint. Short hair has a rigid structure.

Large breeds of terriers are similar in nature and characteristics to their small and medium relatives.

The breed is one of the largest among terriers - with a height of 56-61 cm, they weigh 18-29 kg. They brought her to England in the role of river rat and otter hunters. The dog is very energetic and needs daily walks, sports loads or active games. The representatives of the breed are different independence, they tend to make decisions independently, but at the same time they are too touchy and often harbor grievances. The Airedale is not very friendly with other animals.

They make excellent watchmen, and the dog will protect the family in any circumstances. Despite its large size, the animal is very funny and playful, likes to fool around. Airedale love to spend time with family and do not tolerate loneliness. The dog has a strong, muscular body, the color is mainly black-black or gray with a reddish-brown tone.

The breed is huge in size: the dog weighs 36-65 kg with a height of 68-76 cm. They took her out for protection, and now the animal is an excellent companion, selflessly devoted to the owner and his family. This giant among the terriers is distinguished by good nature and unlimited love for his family. He is a true guardian who needs to take care of everyone. The representatives of the breed are distinguished by a large, athletic physique with a strong skeleton and well-developed muscles. The coat has a double structure, rather thick.

The hair can be either straight or wavy, on the head the hair flows down to the face, thus forming a characteristic mustache and beard. The color of the dogs is exclusively black, grayish blotches in a small amount are allowed.

Terriers are not very demanding in their care. The main thing they need is love and care. Bringing a puppy to the house, one should be prepared for the fact that he will begin to consider himself the main one, so immediately you need to put everything in place. Terriers cannot stand violence, they will respond to any such attempt with their famous stubbornness. The rest of the care consists in a balanced and high-quality diet, regular food intake, hygiene procedures, examinations by a doctor and regular walks. Representatives of breeds with long or dense hair need additional care and trimming.

When choosing a breed in the first place you need to decide in whose role the puppy is acquired: a companion, a decorative dog, a hunting assistant or a watchman. In addition, it is worthwhile to focus on living conditions, since in a small apartment it is difficult to keep a large dog or one that likes to bark. Such individuals are more suitable for keeping in a private house.

Terriers are very energetic, so for those who do not like too busy pastimes, the Boston Terrier, Cairn Terrier or Norfolk are more suitable. Acquiring a puppy First of all, you need to make sure that he is healthy and has the appropriate vaccinations.

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