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What is a terrier dog breed?
Terriers are typically small, wire haired, dogs that are very active. They were used to control rodents and hunt small animals in the past, but now they make great family pets. Good examples of terrier dog breeds include the Airedale Terrier and the Scottish Terrier.
How many breeds of terriers are there?
There are 31 breeds of dog officially categorized as terriers. But there are so many more than that if you count mixes as well. And first generation crosses in dogs are becoming more popular by the minute! A Terrier mix has at least one, but often two, Terrier breeds combined to make a litter of cross bred puppies.
What kind of dog is a Scottish Terrier?
The Scottish Terrier is a small and sturdy breed of domesticated dog. High-spirited, fiercely independent, determined and very playful, the Scottish Terrier was developed from a number of the old highland terrier breeds several hundred years ago. Terrier breeds list with pictures.
Are there any terrier mix dogs in the UK?
Most Terrier dog breeds have been bred for centuries across England and Scotland. Terrier mix dogs were refined over decades from working canines to excellent working family pets, although it is still possible to find working bloodlines of terrier dogs.