The Terrier Group Long-legged, larger breeds and Short-legged, smaller breeds

The Airedale Terrier  Origin – York county, England  Use – hunting, bodyguard, police dog, message carrier  Facts – docile, needs love and respect, takes name from the river Aire

The Bedlington Terrier  Origin – Village of Bedlington in Northumberland county, England  Use – Watchdog, hunting  Facts – Curly, woolly coat, brave, docile

The Border Terrier  Origin – Border region between England and Scotland  Use – hunting, specifically fox  Facts – active, weather-resistant coat, tireless, good with children

The Bull Terrier  Origin – unknown  Use – Dog fighting, originally, also guard dog, hunter, and watchdog  Facts – Strength, agility, friendly, loyal, will fight if provoked

The Fox Terrier  Origin – England  Use – Hunting  Facts – Smooth and Wire, best known and most widely distributed of purebreds, affectionate, good companion dogs

The Miniature Schnauzer  Origin – Germany  Use – Hunting  Facts – Hardy, wiry coat, abundant whiskers, fond of children, good companion, intelligent, good apartment dog

The Welsh Terrier  Origin – Unknown  Use – Hunting, watchdog  Facts – Used to be called the Old English Terrier, good in apartments, courageous, friendly