Smooth-haired fox terrier

The smooth-haired fox terrier is one of the oldest dog breeds, descended from English and Scottish terriers. It was bred in Great Britain in the 18th century to hunt foxes and other game. The smooth-haired fox terrier quickly became popular with hunters because of its courage, endurance, and aggressiveness.

Later, when fox hunting became less popular, the smooth-haired fox terrier became a popular house dog because of its friendliness and energy. In the 20th century, the breed was introduced to the United States and became popular worldwide.

Characteristics

Appearance: the smooth-haired fox terrier has a beautiful smooth coat that can be white with black, brown or red spots. They have a well-proportioned body and an easy gait.

Character: The smooth-haired fox terrier is very energetic and friendly. They are easy to train and can be excellent sporting partners. They are very social and like to be in the company of people.

Health: The smooth-haired Fox Terrier is usually a healthy dog breed, but as with any breed, they can have certain medical conditions, such as atopic dermatitis and eye health issues.

Size and weight: The smooth-haired Fox Terrier is a medium sized breed of dog, adult dogs weigh 6 to 8 pounds and have a height at the withers of 35 to 40 cm.

Care requirements

Nutrition and diet: The smooth-haired fox terrier should receive a high-quality, balanced diet that is appropriate for their age, size and activity level. It is important to watch the amount of food and not to overfeed the dog to avoid weight problems.

Grooming

Coat and Skin Care: The smooth-haired Fox Terrier requires regular brushing of the coat and bathing as needed. It is also important to take care of the dog’s ear, teeth and claws.

Exercise and Exercise: The smooth-haired Fox Terrier is a very active dog breed that needs regular exercise. They love to play and run, so they need long walks and outdoor games.

Regular vet visits: like any breed of dog, the smooth-haired fox terrier has certain medical conditions that need to be looked out for. Regular visits to the vet can help keep your dog healthy and catch any disease problems early.

Features

Activity and endurance: the smooth-haired fox terrier is a very energetic dog breed that requires regular physical activity and lots of movement. They can participate in various sporting activities such as agility or canine competitions.

Friendliness and sociality: The smooth-haired Fox Terrier is a very friendly and social dog breed that likes to be in the company of people and other animals. They are often used as therapy dogs in hospitals and nursing homes.

Ease of Learning: The smooth-haired fox terrier is a very intelligent dog breed that is easy to learn and understand commands. They adapt quickly to new environments and adapt easily to new surroundings.

Breed Purpose and Use: The smooth-haired foxhound was bred to hunt foxes, but now they are mostly used as companion dogs. They can also be used as therapy dogs or sports partners in agility or canine competitions.