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Fox
Terrier (Smooth Variety)
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Dog breed group |
Terrier |
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Origin of breed |
England,
hunting dog. |
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Life expectancy |
12
-14 Years |
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Color |
White
with tan or black markings. White should be predominate. |
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Coat type |
Dense
coat of sleek short hairs which may not be thin anywhere on
his body. |
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Exercise needs |
Exercise
should consist of a daily walk on leash and free play in a fenced
backyard or a romp in the park. |
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Temperament |
The Smooth Fox Terrier is an energetic, inquisitive, playful
dog who loves to run, chase and explore. He is also alert, determined,
eager, trustworthy and affectionate. |
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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
other dogs. |
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Grooming needs |
The Smooth Fox Terrier requires minimal coat care except during
their twice a year shedding. Brush coat with a firm bristle
brush and bathe only when necessary. Teeth and nails need regular
attention. |
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Average size (inches) |
Maximum
15.5
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slightly
smaller
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Average weight (lbs) |
18
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16
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Health issues |
Lens luxation, cataracts |
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Living conditions |
Apartment is adequate
if given sufficient exercise but ideal is a home with a fenced
backyard as he is an active terrier. |
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Dog
breed description
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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.
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Dog
breed infobits |
Fox
Terriers should be given plenty of regular exercise and are highly trainable
The Fox Terrier is good with children and really is quite tolerant
The Fox Terrier makes an ideal family dog
The Smooth Fox Fox Terrier is related to the Wire
variety. |
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