The Old English hard-haired black-and-tan terrier, the Old White English terrier and the smooth-haired black-and-tan terrier were all involved in the formation of the breed.

The smooth-haired Blacks, Bull Terriers, Greyhounds, Tan Terriers and Beagles were all involved in the formation of the smooth-haired Fox Terrier breed.

According to popular belief, Staffordshire Bull Terriers first appeared in Great Britain in the 17th century as a result of crossing a bulldog with an English terrier.

German Pinschers are agile, independent, fearless and rather calm dogs. Their combination of keen intelligence, endurance and trainability make them excellent companions and watchdogs.

In the German city of Stuttgart there is a statue dating back to 1620. It depicts a watchman and a dog that looks like a Mittelschnauzer.

The first mention of Irish terriers dates back to the middle of the 19th century.

The English Toy Terrier was bred exclusively as a pet. The peak of the breed's popularity came during the reign of Queen Victoria, a great lover of miniature dogs.

Australian Terriers were bred in the 19th century. Unfortunately, it is not currently known which breeds were used for crossbreeding.