American Hairless Terrier
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| American Hairless Terrier | ||
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| UKC: | Terriers | Stds |
The American Hairless Terrier is a breed of dog that was formerly considered a variant type of Rat Terrier. As of January 1, 2004 the United Kennel Club deemed the AHT a separate terrier breed.
[edit] History
Reputedly, the breed started when one hairless puppy appeared in one Rat Terrier litter in the state of Louisiana, United States, in 1972. Edwin and Willie Scott, the owners, liked the bitch's look and temperament, and upon maturity bred her hoping to reproduce the hairless quality. They were eventually successful; a litter produced in 1981 provided the foundation stock of the breed.
 Josephine, mother of the breed. Owned by Edwin Scott, breed founder, Trout Creek Kennel. |
[edit] Recognition
The UKC is the only governing body that recognizes the breed. While this organization is a national body, the breed is waiting for an international ofricial breakthrough. In 1998 the breed gained recognition as the American Hairless Terrier by the American Rare Breeds Association and the National Rat Terrier Club. Canada was the first country outside the US to gain recognition, by Canadian Rarities in 1999. In 1999 the breed was recognized as Rat Terrier, Hairless Variety by the UKC. The breed continues to grow internationally, with several dedicated breeders diligently working together to promote and protect the breed. In the US the American Hairless Terrier Association is the UKC provisional breed club. Other National Breed Clubs around the world include the Canadian American Hairless Terrier Association, the Japanese Hairless American Terrier Club, and in Europe the Finnish American Hairless Terriers Club. While all of this clubs haven't gained official recognition of their national governing body and therefore the FCI , a lot of work has to be done.
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