Russell Terrier
- Size
- Small
- Height
- 10 to 12 inches
- Weight
- 11 to 13 pounds
- Coat
- Smooth – Short; Broken – Medium; Rough – Medium
- Color
- White with tan and/or black markings
- Energy
- High
- Activities
- Conformation, Agility, Obedience, Rally, Hunting, Tracking, Search and Rescue, Lure Coursing, Earthdog Trials
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Bred to go to ground to hunt vermin, the Russell Terrier is a small, robust dog with a confident personality. The breed has three coat varieties: Smooth, Broken and Rough. Energetic, curious and playful, he is a good match for active families. The keen, intelligent Russell Terrier thrives on being outdoors and needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. His dense, weatherproof coat requires minimal grooming.