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This page is intended to provide quality information about specific breeds of dogs.  Please make an informed choice before getting any new pets!  No breed of dog is suitable for every home, and understanding breed characteristics can enable a new dog owner to find which one is right for themselves.  If you have a page dedicated to a particular breed that you would like listed here, please send me the URL and I will review it.  This page is meant for information, and Breeders will be listed on their own page.

For the sake of convenience, I have grouped the American Pit Bull Terrier with the Amstaff on this page.

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Terrier Group

Airedale Terrier
American Staffordshire Terrier (American Pit Bull Terrier)
Australian Terrier
Bedlington Terrier
Border Terrier
Bull Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Fox Terrier (Smooth)
Fox Terrier (Wire)
Irish Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Lakeland Terrier
Manchester Terrier (Standard)
Miniature Bull Terrier
Miniature Schnauzer
Norfolk Terrier
Norwich Terrier
Scottish Terrier
Sealyham Terrier
Skye Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Welsh Terrier
West Highland White Terrier

 

 

 

Airedale Terrier

Airedale Terrier Breed Overview
This large was developed to hunt otters in the 19th century.

American Staffordshire Terrier

Monica's Dogs
A real person’s search for her perfect dog! Meet Elsie and take a look at what life is like with an Amstaff puppy in the house. Follow her progress through obedience, too. Written like a diary. Several other pages offer great information about this impressive breed.

Amstaff Paavo’s Own Site
Paavo is a lovable Amstaff with a sense of humor.  He shares his life through stories and photos, telling about his puppyhood, hobbies, and includes a lis of his shows and ratings.

Spindeltop American Pit Bull & Staffordshire Terrier Refuge
Based in Houston, Texas, this refuge is committed to the rescue and rehabilitation of these breeds. Excellent site with lots of good information.

American Pitbull Terrier—About the Breed
Petwarehouse’s page gives general breed information and a list of ideal characteristics.

American Pitbull Terrier—Before you Adopt
The APBT is not the dog for everyone. Just like any other breed, the potential owner should be aware of several particular characteristics to be sure the family will get along with the new dog.

Australian Terrier

Australian Terrier Breed Overview
Also called the "Broken-coated" terrier, this breed dates back to 19th century Australia.

 

Bull Terrier

Bull Terrier Breed Overview
The English Bull Terrier was bred specifically for fighting until blood sports became outlawed.

 

Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Overview
This small breed is well known as a one-person dog. It was originally bred for hunting small game and varmints in Great Britain.

 

Fox Terrier (smooth)

Fox Terrier (Smooth) Breed Overview
These are the famous British foxhunters, and the British were known for taking them everywhere. It is one of the most recognized dog breeds in the world.

 

Irish Terrier

Anluan Kennels
Lots of beautiful photos of both dogs and pups, as well as some general information on showing dogs in Australia.  The story of Mattie, a rescued dog, is worth the time to read.

 

Jack Russell Terrier

Jack Russell Terrier Overview
This short breed has been the choice of foxhunters for 250 years, as far back as the 1700’s.

 

Miniature Schnauzer

Bobka--Miniature Schnauzer
Some basic information about the breed, covering history of the breed, health, and characteristics. Complete with a few photos.

 

Norfolk Terrier

Norfolk Terrier Breed Overview
Small enough to be carried in saddlebags, these terriers were used to keep houses and stables free of vermin.

 

Skye Terrier

Skye Terrier Breed Overview
This small dog came from Scotland in the 1600’s, and has remained relatively unchanged.

 

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Overview
This breed originated in England as a fighting dog in the 1800’s.

 

West Highland White Terrier

West Highland Terrier Overview
A Scottish breed from the 1800’s, this dog was first entered in British shows in 1900. It finally became popular in the 1960’s.

 

 

 

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