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Cesky
dog breed
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Dog breed group |
Terrier |
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Origin of breed |
Czech
Republic, hunting dog. |
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Life expectancy |
10
- 13 Years |
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Color |
Blue-gray
(ranging from silver to dark charcoal). Some are a uniform color,
while others have lighter markings (pale gray, yellow or cream)
on the face and extremities. |
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Coat type |
Soft,
slightly wavy, with a silky gloss and not overly thick. A fall
of hair largely covers the eyes and the Cesky sports a beard.
The cheeks, ears, upper body and tail are clipped close, while
the hair is left long on the lower sides, belly and legs. |
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Exercise needs |
Because
they love food, exercise is helpful to maintain a healthy weight.
However exercise requirements are easily met with a daily walk
or game of fetch. |
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Temperament |
A balanced, non-aggressive, pleasant and cheerful companion,
who is anxious to please and easy to train. The Cesky can be
somewhat reserved towards strangers, but is devoted and loving
with his family and those he knows. The Cesky is calm and has
a kind disposition. |
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Good with children |
Cesky
Terriers seem to have a natural affinity for children, especially
if raised with them, and make playful and loving companions.
Unlike many terriers, Cesky's were bred to hunt in groups and
tend to enjoy the company of other dogs. Most also get along
well with cats and other pets. |
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Grooming needs |
Brushing/combing two times a week. Clipping every 6-8 weeks.
Cesky Terriers are non-shedding, so regular grooming is required
to keep the coat mat-free. Clean the corner of the eyes frequently
and remove excess hair from the ear canal during bi-monthly
grooming/clipping session. Trim hair between foot pads and keep
nails clipped regularly. |
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Average size (inches) |
10
- 12 1/2
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10
- 12 1/2
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Average weight (lbs) |
13
- 22
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13
- 22
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Health issues |
Usually very healthy and robust.
Because of the Scottie in it's background, a condition known
as Scottie Cramp is possible, but not prevalent in the breed.
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Living conditions |
A rugged dog in
a small package, the Cesky can thrive in an apartment or in
the country, as long as he is close to the people he loves.
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Dog
breed description
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The Cesky Terrier is a small
but sturdy, rectangular terrier with short legs, drop-ears, long coat
and a big heart. Calm, responsive and devoted, the Cesky makes a wonderful
family pet in a wide range of living situations. The Cesky is less aggressive
and independent, and more eager to please, than the typical terrier.
The Cesky Terrier has a relatively short and well-documented history.
The breed was developed by Frantisek Horák, a geneticist in the
Czech Republic, by crossing a Sealyham Terrier and Scottish Terrier.
His aim was to develop a light, short-legged, drop eared, hunting terrier
that was easy to groom and train, could hunt fox and badgers in groups,
and could "go to ground" and fit in burrows too small for
it’s parent breeds.
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Dog
breed infobits |
The
Cesky can be very protective of its family and so makes a great watch-dog.
The endearing expression and amazing sense of play go together to make
a cheeky little dog. |
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