My mother has a Silky Terrorist, er terrier. He is a wonderful dog, but he hates children. He doesn't growl or snap, but he will do everything he can to avoid them.

It probably has something to do with the fact that he was chased and cornered as a puppy by a group of evil children. He was so scared that he pooped. He went from an outgoing puppy to a cautious, fraidy-dog in one day.

As a breed in general, however, they are generally great. They are easy to train, don't shed, and love to please. They do have a terrier prey instinct, however, so off leash outside is probably not the best idea.

My mother's little stinky terrorist loves me like no other dog except Sophie. I call him the hugger-mugger because, when I see him, I have to pick him up, he hugs me around my neck and showers me with kisses!