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40 schools use the "Terriers" mascot.
Most common states: Florida (6), Illinois (5), New Jersey (3)
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Meet the Terriers, one of the coolest and most versatile school mascots out there 🐾 These tough-sounding yet irresistibly cute dogs are a favorite among many schools in the USA. The Terrier mascot has been adopted by around 40 schools, and it's especially popular in Montana. The reason they're so beloved is because they embody both toughness and charm – just imagine a fierce competitor with an adorable face. Boston University, for instance, has a long history with Terriers, choosing the Boston Terrier breed as their mascot back in 1922 due to its strong connection to the city of Boston. Whether it's Rhett the Boston Terrier from Boston University or the Terriers from your local high school, this mascot is all about spirit and determination. So, the next time you see a Terrier mascot, remember they're not just cute; they're also symbols of resilience and school pride 🏆.
Hear how the Terriers fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 6 programs flying the Terriers banner across Florida. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Harper Garcia
Florida Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Montana. With 2 schools per million residents, the Terriers is part of daily conversations here.”
Taylor Carter
Montana Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Terriers delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Jordan Hughes
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
40 schools in our database use the Terriers mascot across 21 states.
The Terriers shows up most in Florida (6), Illinois (5), and New Jersey (3). Mt also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Terriers as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute and known for its tough tone.
High School programs adopt the Terriers most often (20 schools). Elementary (11) and Middle School (6) also feature this mascot.