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Please send sites that only offer puppies or dogs for sale to the appropriate location in Regional. Recreation categories are intended for hobbyist interested in their breeds. It is not intended for sales.

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Airedale Terrier

The Airedale Terrier often referred to as "The King of Terriers" originated in Yorkshire, England where it was used primarily to kill vermin. It is the largest of the terriers measuring 23-24" at the top of the shoulder. It's coat is hard, dense, wiry, tan with a black or dark grizzle saddle and non-shedding. The coat needs to be clippered several times a year. The Airedale is a popular watch dog and family pet and is good with children. Exercise should include a daily walk.

American Pit Bull Terrier

Please only suggest sites relating primarily to the American Pit Bull Terrier as a pet and companion animal.
The American Pit Bull Terrier (APBT) is a medium-sized dog. It has a short coat and smooth, defined muscle structure. Its eyes are round to almond shaped; its ears are small to medium in length and can be natural or cropped. The tail is thick and tapers to a point and its coat is glossy, smooth, short and can be any color.

Breeders

Recreational categories are intended for the hobbyist with a focus on the breed and showing the animals; on limited occasions litters or puppies may become available and offered to the public. Websites whose primary focus is to sell puppies or dogs will be considered a business. Currently all businesses selling puppies or dogs as companions, pets, or show animals should be listed in Regional under the businesses physical location.

Breeders of breeds of dogs in the Terrier Group.

Cairn Terrier

Please submit sites pertaining only to Cairn Terriers.

Submit sites relating to more than one breed in a higher level category.

Submit sites relating to products and services to Shopping/Pets/Dogs/.

This category pertains only to Cairn Terriers. These dogs were originally bred to hunt rodents and other quarry. "Cairns" are piles of rocks which were common in the landscape of the Isle of Skye, in Scotland, where Cairn Terriers originated.

They are beloved for their "big dog attitude in a small dog's body."

Clubs

Breed specific clubs for dogs in the Terrier Group.

Fox Terrier

Please submit only general information sites about both Fox Terrier breeds to this category. Sites specific to one variety or the other should be submitted to their respective sub-categories.
Fox Terriers are a small Terrier breed originally developed to go to ground and drive fox out of their dens. There are two Fox Terrier breed varieties; Smooth and Wire.

Miniature Schnauzer

Rescue organizations should be submitted to Miniature Schnauzer: Rescue.
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Rat Terrier

For quicker placement in the directory please follow these Submission Tips:

Title: Name of Site or Organization
Description: This describes the website and should note distinguishing features found on the site without the use of hype, personal pronouns, or repetitive terms.


Guidelines for Rat Terriers:


There are four subcategories of the Rat Terrier section. If appropriate, please submit your site to the appropriate subcategory.

Breeders
This is a recreational category and may not be the appropriate location to list your site. To qualify here, breeder sites must offer original hobbyist content. Sites that focus primarily on puppies/dogs for sale or offer pet-related merchandise as a significant portion their content may not be listed here. You may consider submitting your site to an appropriate Regional locality.

*NOTE: 99% of "ImageEvent" websites do not belong here. Please submit them directly to your appropriate Regional locality.

Clubs
Clubs and Organizations for the Rat Terriers breed.

Pets
Personal websites about (or even by) pet Rat Terriers.

Rescues and Shelters
Rescues and Shelters devoted to the Rat Terrier breed.

A Note About Type-A and Type-B Rat Terriers:
"Type-B Rat Terriers" are also known as Teddy Roosevelt Terriers, which is recognized as a distinct breed. If your site is specifically about "Type-B Rat Terriers", please submit it to Teddy Roosevelt Terrier.

The Rat Terrier is an American breed descended from the terriers brought over by English miners and other working class immigrants. These terriers probably included crosses between the Smooth Fox Terrier, the Manchester Terrier and the now extinct white English Terrier. These dogs were used as ratters, and gambling on their prowess in killing rats was a favorite hobby of their owners. Some of these dogs were crossed with Whippets or Italian Greyhounds (for speed) and Beagles (for hunting ability). Eventually, these tough little terriers evolved into today’s Rat Terrier.

Rescues and Shelters

Breed specific rescue organizations for Terrier breeds.

Russell Terrier

Please submit only sites with general information about the Russell Terriers to this category.
Sites about Jack Russell Terriers, Parson Jack Russell Terriers, and Parson Russell Terriers.

The Jack Russell Terrier was developed in the early 1800's in England by the Parson John Russell. This dog has become, under various standards and according to different registries, the Jack Russell Terrier (JRTCA, UKC), the Parson Jack Russell Terrier (KC, FCI, ANKC) and the Parson Russell Terrier (AKC, ANKC).

As a pet, these dogs need a great deal of activity and attention, disciple, and acceptable outlets for their strong drives to hunt prey and go to ground. They are energetic, bold, and assertive and may not be suitable for households with other pets or children.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

"From the past history of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, the modern dog draws its character of indomitable courage, high intelligence, and tenacity. This coupled with its affection for its friends, and children in particular, its off-duty quietness, and trustworthy stability, makes it a foremost all-purpose dog."

- American Kennel Club -

West Highland White Terrier

Please submit sites only that relate directly to West Highland White Terrier discussion groups. Minimum of 200 members in group required to be listed in this category.
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