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196 GUIDE T O BREED S

RUSSELL TERRIER

THIS ACTIVE DOG IS A FEISTY BUNDLE OF ENERGY AKC

Height range Bouncy and bold, this working terrier is named after the Reverend John
10–12 in (25–30 cm) Russell, who bred them in the 1800s to flush out foxes. Today, this breed
Weight range makes an excellent rat catcher and an affectionate and exuberant
9–15 lb (4–7 kg) Flat top to head
companion. It has shorter legs than its more squarely built cousin,
Life span 13–14 years the Parson Russell
Origin UK Terrier (see p.195). Tail upright
when active
There are two Body length exceeds
coat types: leg length
smooth-haired
Other colors and wirehaired.

Black nose
Small, dark,
White with expressive eyes
black

Smooth-haired Wirehaired
Predominantly
Black lips white coat with
tan markings
White coat Round feet
with black
and tan
markings
GLEN OF IMAAL TERRIER

A RUTHLESS AND BRAVE HUNTER, THIS TERRIER IS GENTLE AND LOYAL WITH FAMILY AKC

Height range This sturdy little dog is more active than its size suggests. It Broad, slightly
14 in (36 cm) comes from County Wicklow and was used in badger trials until well-developed stop
domed head with
Weight range these events were banned in the late 1960s. Now the Glen of
35–37 lb (16–17 kg)
Imaal Terrier makes a sensitive, devoted pet as long as it
Life span 13–14 years has a calm and firm owner.
Origin Ireland Harsh, medium-length, Shorter-haired,
wheaten coat has small, semierect
soft undercoat ears

Other colors
Round,
brown eyes
Blue Brindle

Strong,
Short legs compact feet

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