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Terrier dogs have in the past always been viewed as real assets by their owners and have worked with man for centuries in their assigned roles. Today most Terrier dogs are kept primarily as pets but they still retain the bred in traits traditionally required of a vermin hunting dog, they all tend to still posses their energetic, tenacious, brave and determined temperament. |
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In this day and age not every Terrier might be called to undertake these vermin -related tasks, but nevertheless, they still harbour the skills and characteristics that made the original breeding program successful. |
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The Terrier dogs are small to medium size and are often described as fiery or feisty. The smallest terriers are ready to take on any opponents - a necessary attribute when hunting and killing vermin but not so good for a family pet! Some terriers are yappy and are known to nip boisterous children. They can also be quite independent and difficult to train. On the positive side Terriers can be friendly, stable and loyal pets. Information about Terrier Dogs |
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