Seasoned friends of National Purebred Dog Day just might remember this picture, but for those of you who don’t, can you name this puppy’s breed?
It’s a breed with a whole lot of energy, so giving one of these dogs to do a job is important to burn off that energy. Without an outlet, they’ll dig and burrow out of boredom, and they just might teach your other dogs how to burrow as well. Finding indestructible toys can be a challenge, and more than one owner has zipped through”Kongs for heavy chewers,” as if it was butter. Cordura nylon crate pads are probably a must, and because these are very curious dogs, their curiosity can get them into places they can’t get out of, like a tree, or a creek bank when the river is up. One other thing. Their nails are extra strong because of their job. Hey, 
there is good news. The breed has an “off” switch.
Have you guessed the breed yet?
It’s the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier, and our descriptions above were taken directly from comments made by Teddy Roosevelt Terrier owners when their breed was featured as a Purebred of Interest feature. These are stinking cute dogs, and while President Roosevelt never had a hand in developing the breed, he did popularized the lower-set, shorter legged, more muscular, and heavier boned version of the Rat Terrier when he was President of the United States through his dog, “Skip,” a dog he got from one of his hunting guides. Because of “Skip’s” proficiency at killing rodents, the name stuck for the entire breed.
So, how do Teddy owner describe their breed when held to just three words? Here’s what they said: Lovable, loyal, tenacious, energetic, affectionate, curious,tenacious, recalcitrant, devoted, intense, loving, devoted, intelligent, energetic, adorable, funny, versatile, devoted, handsome, energetic, unique, sassy, versatile, special, sweet, silly, amazing,precious, precocious, perfection, smart, and loveable.
You get the drift?
Teddy folks show us your dogs!
Baby photo by Molly by LeeAnn Youst Randolph • Sleeping Teddy by Dyann Neschi.
We have two sisters. Life is so much fun with these two!
I own a Teddy. The best breed I have ever known.
To see Teddy pictures and hear stories about a particular Teddy Roosevelt Terrier, our Miss T-Bone. Check out her Facebook page @CollardsSpicyTBone
They’re a pretty terrific breed, Pam!
When I was searching for a new breed, several things were important to me. I wanted a small dog that could be inside but also do well outside. I wanted it to have energy but not be “crazy”. And I didn’t want it to be a yapper or a snapper. I talked to two Teddy Roosevel breeders on the phone and was convinced that was what I wanted before I ever actually saw one in person. I had to wait to get my first one, but now I have four. This is by far the best breed I have ever owned.
It’s always so nice to hear from folks who have found the right breed for themselves, John! You did your homework, waited to get the right dog, and it paid off. Great comment!