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It is believed that the Irish Terrier is one of the oldest terrier breeds. The breed is thought to be two thousand years old, but the earliest images we have of it is in a painting of the 1700's. The exact breeds it descended from are unknown, but they were originally found in Country Cork, Ireland. The Irish Terrier was used to hunt den animals such as otter, and water rats and as a retriever and war time messenger. The Irish Terrier was recognized by the AKC in 1885 and a United States' breed club was started in 1896. Some of the Irish Terrier's talents include: hunting, tracking, retrieving, ratter, watchdog, guarding, police work, and military work.
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What was the Sealyham Terrier first bred for?
The Sealyham Terrier originated from England.
What was the Staffordshire Bull Terrier first bred for?
They were originally bred for dog fighting.
What was the Scottish Terrier first bred for?
They were first bred as hunting dogs. For hunting rabbits and foxes etc.
What was the West Highland White Terrier first bred for?
It was first bred as a hunting dog and a pest exterminator.
What was the Silky Terrier first bred for?
as rat catcher
What was the Australian Terrier first bred for?
pest exterminator
What was the Dandie Dinmont Terrier first bred for?
as hunting dog
What was the Miniature Bull Terrier first bred for?
for catching rats
What was the Norwich Terrier first bred for?
for hunting small animals
What was the Cesky Terrier first bred for?
The Cesky Terrier was first bred to hunt small mammals, birds and wild boars in packs in the forest of Bohemia, Europe. Learn more about the breed history of the Cesky Terrier at the related link.
Why was a Boston Terrier and a American Rat Terrier Bred together?
They were'NT bred together. tHe Boston Terrier is a mix of a English Bulldog and A White Terrier. Not a Rat Terrier.
What was notre dames first mascot?
Irish Terrier (Dog)
