Fox Terrier (Smooth Variety)
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- Dog Breed Group
- Terrier Dogs
- Origin of Breed
- England, hunting dog.
- Life Expectancy
- 12 -14 Years
- Color
- White with tan or black markings. White should be predominate.
- Coat
- Dense coat of sleek short hairs which may not be thin anywhere on his body.
- Exercise Needs
- Exercise should consist of a daily walk on leash and free play in a fenced backyard or a romp in the park.
- Temperament
- The Smooth Fox Terrier is an energetic, inquisitive, playful dog who loves to run, chase and explore. He is also alert, determin
- Good with Children
- Gets along well with children and is always ready to play. Small pets such as cats may be fair game and he may try to dominate o
- Grooming Needs
- The Smooth Fox Terrier requires minimal coat care except during their twice a year shedding. Brush coat with a firm bristle brus
- Average Size - Male (in)
- Maximum 15.5
- Average Size - Female (in)
- slightly smaller
- Average Weight - Male (lbs)
- 18
- Average Weight - Female (lbs)
- 16
- Health Issues
- Lens luxation, cataractsv
- Living Conditions
- Apartment is adequate if given sufficient exercise but ideal is a home with a fenced backyard as he is an active terrier.
Breed Description
Similar to the Wire Fox Terrier except for his coat, he is one of the oldest of the terrier breeds who were bred to dig down into burrow to flush out foxes or catch small animals. An easy dog to live with, he enjoys being a part of a family. He was originally bred to hunt vermin. His descendants are other terriers from the English counties of Cheshire and Shropshire with maybe some Beagle blood. Wires resulted from the breeding of a Smooth Fox Terrier and an unknown female with wire-hair.