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Rat Terrier! They were bred to kill vermin originally. Most small terriers were bred for "going to ground" hunting for all types of small animals. The Scottish Terrier covers lots of various types but is considered to be bred for vermin hunting.

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What was the Papillon dog bred for?

The Papillon (or butterfly-eared dog) was bred to look pretty for aristocratic ladies who wanted a lap dog.


Were yorkies originally bred to catch rats?

Yes, Yorkies were originally bred in England to catch rats in clothing mills and mines. Their small size and agility made them well-suited for this task.


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Yes, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier was originally bred to kill rats for pest control and organised ''ratting'' competitions. However, I have a Staffy and two pet rats and my Staffy is scared of them! There are many breeds that were bred for vermin control, including the Jack Russell Terrier, Parson Russell Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier, Norfolk Terrier, Lakeland Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, Border Terrier, Patterdale Terrier and many more. In fact, pretty much all Terriers were originally bred to kill rats.

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