Terriers-Biting?

[dogluver4]

Hi there!

I heard Terriers are the most breed of dog known for biting and nipping.
Is this ture?

I truly love Wired Hair Fox Terriers!!!:D

[KatzNK9]

I'm not sure I'd assess a trait like biting and nipping to any particular class of dogs; however, I think it is likely more prevalent in your more high-energy & spirited breeds & most terriers do fall into that category. However, no matter the breed, proper training is all it takes to break these bad habits.

[parker]

Any dog can bite or nip it is how you raise the dog :)

Terriers were bred for catching, hunting and killing vermin, so were used to using their mouths and alerting people. What they lack in size they make up in bravery and toughness. Very energetic and lively dogs :)

[dogluver4]

Yes, but I heard also that they sometimes do not do well with other K-9 pets.

But as yall said, proper training is probably the key:D

[Monkey]

Yes, but I heard also that they sometimes do not do well with other K-9 pets.

But as yall said, proper training is probably the key:D

No that is correct, terriers are not that good with other dogs..
depends on WHAT terrier and what gender. I have a male pitbull here that loves all females and are very respectfull towards them. I have not yet tried him with a male. I used to have a female amstaff terrier, she HATED other females and she bit my rottie mix about 10 times, (fights that was).
You can have two males, one rott, one terrier, the rott is 3 years older, you have the terrier from it is 8 weeks and after 3-4 years they can STILL fight just cause they can develop dogaggressiveness with age cause of their genes. Therefor if you want a terrier get one of the opposite sex that you already have, have the dogs spayed/neutered and then it wont be a problem.

[dogluver4]

Well, I was thinking about breeds both males and females.

If I purchase them all about the same age,as puppies, wouldn't that work out as well?:confused:

[Monkey]

Well, I was thinking about breeds both males and females.

If I purchase them all about the same age,as puppies, wouldn't that work out as well?:confused:

That'd be even worse.. cause they would be to close in age it would be harder for them to help eachother. With an older dog it is easier for them to learn bounderies and rules and dog language. Two terriers or two puppies one terrier will stress up. It might work but you would have to work overkill with them. I love the breed but I would NOT recomend that NOR do it myself and I exercise my dogs approx 3 hours a day MINIMUM. Both physicly and mentally. When he grows older it will increase to between 4-6 hours. and you are talking about two? Ohh god!! of course now I think bullterrier and amstaff pitbull, maybe the others ones or the one you talk about work differently. THat I can not say..
If you get the wrong terrier, or it develops the wrong way.. this is how things can end up look like..
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i296/zandrahund/2972.jpg

Belive me when I say that this was one of the worst days in my life..
and Tasha is one of the most easygoing, kind dogs there is out there.. (My other dog that got attacked by this one) and when this happened I have had this amstaff for 1 and a half year. They had not fought for over a year.. and then one day, all you know what, broke loose.
This is why I say a terrier is a terrier, chose it wisely..

[buddyluvr]

Oh, that poor amstaff!! I have a Jack Russell, and although he's not aggressive, it is taking a lot to train him not to nip. He is very energetic and loves playing, sometimes he doesn't keep track of where his teeth are and he'd end up trying to chew on you as though your his toy. But al in all they are a very loyal breed...stubborn and loyal. They just need more TLC when it comes to training.

[dogluver4]

Well I guess there it is....I really don't have time to train and train even when they are adult dogs. Well thanks to everyone who replied!

I guess terriers aren't for me:(

They are beautiful dont get me wrong. I love all dogs! But...I guess they aren't my breed...what a shame:o

[dogluver4]

I'm sorry to hear about your dog:( Truly I am! I wanted a Wired Haird Fox Terrier....but I decided terriers aren't my breed:(



That'd be even worse.. cause they would be to close in age it would be harder for them to help eachother. With an older dog it is easier for them to learn bounderies and rules and dog language. Two terriers or two puppies one terrier will stress up. It might work but you would have to work overkill with them. I love the breed but I would NOT recomend that NOR do it myself and I exercise my dogs approx 3 hours a day MINIMUM. Both physicly and mentally. When he grows older it will increase to between 4-6 hours. and you are talking about two? Ohh god!! of course now I think bullterrier and amstaff pitbull, maybe the others ones or the one you talk about work differently. THat I can not say..
If you get the wrong terrier, or it develops the wrong way.. this is how things can end up look like..
http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i296/zandrahund/2972.jpg

Belive me when I say that this was one of the worst days in my life..
and Tasha is one of the most easygoing, kind dogs there is out there.. (My other dog that got attacked by this one) and when this happened I have had this amstaff for 1 and a half year. They had not fought for over a year.. and then one day, all you know what, broke loose.
This is why I say a terrier is a terrier, chose it wisely..

[Monkey]

I dont think fox terriers are that bad.. just that they are hunting dogs and comes with everything that is in it. If I was you, dont give up yet, speak to some breeders do some more reading. Different terriers behave differntly..
I am used to terriers as in amstaff and bulls... the more dogaggressive kind. So read up on it, and meet a few that owns ask them what it has taken them etc.. with that you can get MUCH more feedback.. and OBS I am just showing worst possible scenario if you are choosing the wrong dog and handle it wrongly.. Just do some more research, so you are truly sure.. otherwise you will always wonder..
good luck though!

[Monkey]

Oh, that poor amstaff!! I have a Jack Russell, and although he's not aggressive, it is taking a lot to train him not to nip. He is very energetic and loves playing, sometimes he doesn't keep track of where his teeth are and he'd end up trying to chew on you as though your his toy. But al in all they are a very loyal breed...stubborn and loyal. They just need more TLC when it comes to training.

actually she had herself to blame somewhat..
Tasha is a very nice dog and she always try to make peace.. Mina could never really relax, truly not her fault but her first owners.. still.. tasha DID evberything she could to go out of Minas way to make Mina relax and calm down and she was still at it.. so.. not much to do..

[Gaby]

I wouldn't categorize all terriers as bad with other dogs, cats, people, etc.

I have had more than 6 INTACT bedlington terriers in my home, PLUS an intact female smooth fox terrier all at the same time, in the same rooms of the house. We had 3 intact male bedlington, 3 intact females and the SFT with NO dog aggression issues. We also have a cat and a bird that live in the same general are(we don't have a kennel, our dogs/cat have free run of most of the downstairs and a few rooms upstairs.

One bedlington is 4 y/o(female), one is 3.5 y/o (male), two are littermate brother/sister @ 2 y/o, one is 5 y/o(male) and one is 9 months old(female). The smooth fox was 6 y/o. If they are brought up to understand that under NO circumstances is it even slightly acceptable to show aggressive behavior, there are so few problems. They understand that the HUMANS (all of them) are above them in the pack ranking, and they respect that our word is final.

Terriers are strong willed, and their owners must be even stronger. If you want a terrier you should definately check out the bedlington, they are the softest (temperment wise) of the terriers IMO. I have shown or worked with most breeds of terriers and by far they are the easiest to live with.

[Monkey]

I wouldn't categorize all terriers as bad with other dogs, cats, people, etc.

I have had more than 6 INTACT bedlington terriers in my home, PLUS an intact female smooth fox terrier all at the same time, in the same rooms of the house. We had 3 intact male bedlington, 3 intact females and the SFT with NO dog aggression issues. We also have a cat and a bird that live in the same general are(we don't have a kennel, our dogs/cat have free run of most of the downstairs and a few rooms upstairs.

One bedlington is 4 y/o(female), one is 3.5 y/o (male), two are littermate brother/sister @ 2 y/o, one is 5 y/o(male) and one is 9 months old(female). The smooth fox was 6 y/o. If they are brought up to understand that under NO circumstances is it even slightly acceptable to show aggressive behavior, there are so few problems. They understand that the HUMANS (all of them) are above them in the pack ranking, and they respect that our word is final.

Terriers are strong willed, and their owners must be even stronger. If you want a terrier you should definately check out the bedlington, they are the softest (temperment wise) of the terriers IMO. I have shown or worked with most breeds of terriers and by far they are the easiest to live with.

as I suspected.. when I say terrier I think pitbull and Amstaff and they DO have a higher aggression level. The JR:s I have meet have been really sweet and dogfriendly dogs so.. :) I am glad that the girls get some good news.. :D this is why I adviced her to check out HER breed more closer..
I have to say the bedlington is a cute breed :D

[KatzNK9]

There are lots of terrier breeds ... I honestly think there are very few terrier breeds that don't mingle well with other dogs as family members & playmates. They are generally extra-high energy dogs, which often will antagonize other dogs who don't share the same enthusiasm for non-stop play, but as a general rule, I think most terriers are very dog-social.

[MyDogShelby]

I think its great when people do the research on the breed, before jumping right in and buying one...
Some breeds that were of particular interest to me include : Belgian Tervuren, Australian Shepherd, Doberman...
but after reading up on them it was easy to determine whether or not these breeds would be right for me and the family (Shelby included ;) ).
Do the research, it pays off :thumb:
Because the worst thing you want to do is buy a dog, and later find out that it wasn't the "one for you". The dog you choose has to fit your lifestyle & your environment (don't buy an active dog if you live in apartment and are at work for 10 hrs a day...)
Your on the right track dogluver4...keep the questions coming, and be sure to drop in at the book store and look up some other breeds...you'll find the right one eventually :)
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[Shankly]

My family have always had terriers, when I was growing up at home we had Jack Russells and Yorkshire Terriers and they never had a problem with each other. At the moment I have an 18 month old Staffordshire Bull Terrier who is as soft as they come (sometimes to soft), and my brother owns 3 male Staffordshire Bull Terriers (all intact) and 1 female Staffordshire Bull Terrier and they all get along fine even when the female is in season. It really depends on the dog and the way they are brought up.

[Shankly]

Sorry forgot to say, with regards to biting people none of the terriers my family have had, ever bit anyone. My brother with the 4 staffs lives at home still and my mum often has my 7 neices around and the dogs are great with them (although i do realise staffs are known for being great with children, whereas other terriers may not be)

[Doberman's]

It's all training as with any dog. :) It really has nothing to do with the breed. Saying all terriers are predisposed to biting is like saying all Dobes will become vicious or ARE vicious and we all know that is so far from the truth it's comical.

:)

[BratBoxers]

It's all training as with any dog. :) It really has nothing to do with the breed. Saying all terriers are predisposed to biting is like saying all Dobes will become vicious or ARE vicious and we all know that is so far from the truth it's comical.

:)

I agree 100% with you Sandi! To often ppl blame the breed when in fact it is either a training problem or a poorly bred dog with temperament issues or a thyroid issue. Remember most issues that arise out of no where could mean a thyroid problem so have that checked first thing if found to be thyroid it can be corrected with meds.

[Caincando1]

There are a lot of different terrier. I certainly wouldn't lump the little ones into the same category as the bulls. I have two small rat terrier mixes and they are great companion dogs.

[staffilover]

i have 2 male staffs father & son..the only reason i got 2 males was by circumstances i wouldnt normally have 2 males...
i used to have zack & ellie {the mother of baily} she had pups off zack
and when the pups were about 8 weeks old she got parvo and sadly died
and so did most of the pups...so we kept bailey...as he was part of ellie
and he fought to stay alive....
any breed will fight especially same sex dogs...
collies are prone to nipping as the are hearding dogs my friend had one and had 2 small children the dog used to nip at them and try to round them up like sheep...