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Terrier Breeds: Bold, Small-to-Medium Hunters (2026)

Terriers are small-to-medium dogs bred for vermin control. Bold, feisty, and often low-shedding. Jack Russell, Yorkie, Bull Terrier, Cairn and more.

27 breeds

Airedale Terrier

Courageous · Clever · Friendly

Medium · 50–70 lbs · 11–14 yrs

American Hairless Terrier

Curious · Alert · Playful

Small · 12–16 lbs · 14–16 yrs

American Pit Bull Terrier

Loyal · Confident · Affectionate

Medium · 30–65 lbs · 12–16 yrs

American Staffordshire Terrier

Confident · Smart · Good-natured

Medium · 40–70 lbs · 12–16 yrs

Bedlington Terrier

Gentle · Loyal · Energetic

Small · 17–23 lbs · 11–16 yrs

Border Terrier

Affectionate · Happy · Plucky

Small · 11–16 lbs · 12–15 yrs

Bull Terrier

Playful · Charming · Mischievous

Medium · 50–70 lbs · 12–13 yrs

Cairn Terrier

Alert · Cheerful · Busy

Small · 13–14 lbs · 13–15 yrs

Dandie Dinmont Terrier

Independent · Determined · Affectionate

Small · 18–24 lbs · 12–15 yrs

Fox Terrier

Alert · Lively · Keen

Small · 15–18 lbs · 12–15 yrs

Glen of Imaal Terrier

Gentle · Spirited · Loyal

Small · 32–40 lbs · 10–15 yrs

Irish Terrier

Bold · Spirited · Tender

Medium · 25–27 lbs · 13–15 yrs

Jack Russell Terrier

Alert · Inquisitive · Lively

Small · 9–15 lbs · 12–14 yrs

Kerry Blue Terrier

Smart · Alert · People-oriented

Medium · 33–40 lbs · 12–15 yrs

Lakeland Terrier

Bold · Friendly · Confident

Small · 17 lbs · 12–15 yrs

Miniature Schnauzer

Friendly · Smart · Obedient

Small · 11–20 lbs · 12–15 yrs

Norfolk Terrier

Fearless · Alert · Fun-loving

Small · 11–12 lbs · 12–16 yrs

Norwich Terrier

Affectionate · Alert · Curious

Small · 12 lbs · 12–15 yrs

Patterdale Terrier

Bold · Energetic · Confident

Small · 11–13 lbs · 11–14 yrs

Scottish Terrier

Confident · Independent · Spirited

Small · 18–22 lbs · 12 yrs

Sealyham Terrier

Outgoing · Calm · Adaptable

Small · 23–24 lbs · 12–14 yrs

Skye Terrier

Courageous · Good-tempered · Loyal

Small · 35–45 lbs · 12–14 yrs

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Happy · Friendly · Devoted

Medium · 30–45 lbs · 12–14 yrs

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Brave · Affectionate · Loyal

Medium · 24–38 lbs · 12–14 yrs

Welsh Terrier

Friendly · Spirited · Game

Small · 20 lbs · 12–15 yrs

West Highland White Terrier

Friendly · Happy · Entertaining

Small · 15–20 lbs · 13–15 yrs

Wire Fox Terrier

Alert · Friendly · Independent

Small · 15–18 lbs · 12–15 yrs

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