| Welcome to www.patterdaleterriers.com. The Patterdale terriers history can be traced back 200 hundred years to England, where it was used to go underground to roust out game sometimes 3 times its own weight. Patterdale terriers are also known as the "little black dogs from England" and also the "Fell terrier". There are two types of coat. One is smooth, thick and usually black, although there are reds and chocolates. The other coat type is broken or wire of the same colors. The average Patterdale terrier weighs about 15 lbs. and is 12 inches tall at the shoulder. The tail is always docked. The name Terrier is derived from the Latin word "terra" which means earth. Terriers go to earth to catch vermin. They were bred to dig and root out animals like rats, mice, snakes, moles, rabbits, foxes, snakes and other unfavorable animals. Other breeds of dogs may also be found on this website. You may also find kennels for sale on this website. Scroll down to view.
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