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Toy Fox Terrier
Toy Breed
The Toy Fox Terrier is an affectionate breed. Loyal to its family, it provides an exceptional service as a watchdog, despite its diminutive size.
Breed standards
Country of origin
U.S.A.
Weight
9-15 kg / 4-7 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
23-30 cm / 9-12 in (standards may vary)
Coat
Short and evenly spread, with a shiny and satiny feel
Markings
Tricolour; white chocolate and tan; white and tan; and white and black. No markings
Lifespan
Long, 15+ years
Its love of adventure has helped it to become a talented hunter, excelling at going to ground. As an easy-to-train breed, the Toy Fox Terrier is able to learn quickly and perform many tasks. No matter what you need, the Toy Fox Terrier is capable of filling that role.
Temperament
Although they are a physically small breed, the Toy Fox Terrier is large in personality. Intelligent and loyal with a loving and sensitive side, the Toy Fox Terrier is almost irresistible. They should be socialised early to stop them becoming overly wary of strangers.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The small breed has made a name for itself as a showman, a hunter and as a companion. It is this last category, companion, that it has really begun to excel with many families.
- A very good watchdog
- Adapts well to most climates
- Good for apartment living
- Good for novice owners
- Does not require trimming or stripping and needs very little grooming
- Very active indoors
- Can be timid if not sufficiently socialised
- If allowed can become very dominant
- Can be prone to legg calve perthes and patellar luxation