If the number of dogs in a breed falls too much, they are classified as “endangered”, according to the Kennel Club, the UK’s largest organization dedicated to the health, welfare and sport of dogs. Therefore, action must be taken immediately, if not too late.

– Vulnerable dog breeds from the UK and Ireland are considered vulnerable due to declining registration numbers, they explained. “This breed is in danger of disappearing from our parks and streets simply because people don’t know about their existence, or because they are considered unmodern.”

– Many British and Irish breeds are threatened with extinction from our parks and streets. The UK’s ten most popular breeds (including Labrador, French Bulldog and Cocker Spaniel) account for over 60% of annual puppy registrations for all breeds.

Now the kennel club’s annual list for 2023 shows that the number of wire-haired fox terrier breeds is declining rapidly. Many associate this race with Terry from the TinTin universe. Because although it was a popular dog in England 100 years ago, that is no longer the case.

Only 281 puppies were born in the first three quarters of this year, down 21 percent from 359 puppies last year. This means that the Wirehair Fox Terrier will soon be on the Kennel Club’s “Under Observation” list for a breed that only produces 300-450 puppies per year.

You can see a list of observed breeds here:

Bedlington Terriers

Bull mastiff

Irish Terrier

Jack Russell Terrier

Norfolk Terrier

Parson Russel Terrier

Old English Sheepdog

Welsh Terrier