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terrier [ˈteriər, Brit -əʳ] N

terrier

terrier m

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Initially, terriers competed in events such as clearing a pit of rats. en.wikipedia.org

Today, most terriers are kept as companion dogs and family pets. en.wikipedia.org

Vixens are very protective of their kits, and have been known to even fight off terriers in their defence. en.wikipedia.org

Speedy, a small terrier, boldly attacked a burglar's ankle, but was kicked into the basement. en.wikipedia.org

Terrier work requires a high-energy dog with a strong prey drive. en.wikipedia.org

Many breeders began to breed bulldogs with terriers, arguing that such a mixture enhances the quality of fighting. en.wikipedia.org

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