Terrier breeds get their name from the Latin word terra meaning earth. This is because these hunting dogs were originally bred to hunt vermin, such as foxes, badgers and raccoons, underneath and above the ground.
This is perhaps one of the reasons that terrier breeds love to dig and are so determined. They are feisty, playful and enthusiastic pets and, while these high-energy dogs can be a handful and often stubborn, if you socialize them young and train them properly, they make entertaining, obedient and loyal pets.
