Largest breeds: Terriers

Among the 25 breeds in the “Terriers” group, this ranking lists the ten with the highest average adult weight (the midpoint of the typical range). Ties are broken by average height, then alphabetical order. Individual dogs can fall outside these ranges.

No. 1 — Bull Terrierabout 27.5 kg on average (20–35 kg)Recognisable by its egg-shaped head, the Bull Terrier is a muscular, playful clown devoted to its family, but stubborn.
No. 2 — Airedale Terrierabout 25 kg on average (20–30 kg)Nicknamed the 'King of Terriers', the Airedale is the largest of them all: intelligent, versatile, playful and protective.
No. 3 — American Staffordshire Terrierabout 25 kg on average (18–32 kg)Muscular, brave and very affectionate with its family, the American Staffordshire Terrier needs a responsible owner and serious training.
No. 4 — American Pit Bull Terrierabout 22 kg on average (14–30 kg)Athletic, tenacious and very people-oriented, the American Pit Bull Terrier is a demanding dog for experienced owners who know the local regulations.
No. 5 — Kerry Blue Terrierabout 16.5 kg on average (15–18 kg)An Irish terrier with a soft, wavy blue-grey coat, the Kerry Blue is versatile, playful and protective, and sheds very little.
No. 6 — Soft-coated Wheaten Terrierabout 16 kg on average (14–18 kg)An Irish terrier with a silky, wheat-coloured coat, the Wheaten is cheerful, sociable and very affectionate, and excellent with children.
No. 7 — Staffordshire Bull Terrierabout 14 kg on average (11–17 kg)Compact, muscular and overflowing with affection for people, the 'Staffie' is a cheerful, brave dog that needs serious training.
No. 8 — Irish Terrierabout 12 kg on average (11–13 kg)A racy red terrier with a fiery temperament, the Irish Terrier is brave, loyal and very affectionate with its family.
No. 9 — Welsh Terrierabout 9.5 kg on average (9–10 kg)A small black-and-tan Welsh terrier, the Welshie is cheerful, well balanced and affectionate, a little less highly strung than other terriers.
No. 10 — Scottish Terrierabout 9.5 kg on average (8.5–10.5 kg)A small bearded terrier with a famous silhouette, the Scottie is dignified, independent and loyal, with a big personality.