Best suited for a family with an active lifestyle, the smooth fox terrier is friendly, energetic and outgoing and is a terrific companion for children as the dog never tires of playing.
There are TOP 10 interesting facts about Smooth Fox Terrier.
1) Origin
Smooth fox terriers originated in England during the 18th century. Until 1860, any dog that was quick, agile and small enough to bolt a fox from his hole was termed a fox terrier. It did not matter to the huntsman what style of Terrier was kept, as long as he performed his work. In the hunts, the dog was often carried in a bag slung over the shoulder of the "terrier man." 2) Appearance The Smooth Fox Terrier always portrays a lively and active appearance. The body of this breed is compact and muscular, built for speed and agility. The dog has a short body but a long sleek face with ears that fold forward toward the cheeks. These dogs are from 13 to 15 inches tall and weigh 16 to18 pounds (seven to eight kilograms). 3) Personality Befitting of their strong hunting instinct, the Smooth Fox Terrier has a keen sense of smell, good eyesight and remarkable staying power to finish the job. This drive carries over to everyday life, whether playing a game of fetch or digging in the yard. The smooth is easily trained, but he needs a strong hand to control his desire to hunt. This breed is happiest when active and is best suited to a family who is on the go. 4) Exercise It is a high energy breed which requires lot of exercise. Daily long walks are vital to for physical as well as emotional well being of the dog. These should be supplemented with occasional running or jogging in an open but secured area. It should not be let off the leash in an unsecured area since it has a tendency to chase small game. 5) Soldiers Fox Terriers were one of several breeds used during World War I by British and French troops as sentry dogs and messengers. They could race into the battlefield and locate wounded soldiers, and carry carrier pigeons, medicine, food, and cigarettes in pouches. 6) Living With Anyone who leads an active lifestyle and likes to take his dog along will be perfectly suited to this breed. The smooth fox terrier is friendly, energetic and outgoing. These dogs are wonderful companions for children and never tire of all sorts of games. 7) Circus Dog The smooth fox terrier is one of the most universally recognized purebreds. Although considered a sporting terrier, the smooth fox terrier is more often seen as a pet and show dog. The breed also has a strong aptitude as a trick dog and has been shown around the world in performance troupes and in circuses. 8) Health The Smooth Fox Terrier, which has an average lifespan of 10 to 13 years, may suffer from from deafness and patellar luxation. It is also prone to minor health concerns, such as lens luxation, Legg-Perthes, distichiasis, and cataract. To identify some of these issues, a veterinarian may regular eye tests for the dog. 9) Coat The coat of a Smooth Fox Terrier is short, flat against the body, and dense. Usually, the hair covers the belly and inner thighs as well. The color of the coat is predominately white with markings of black and tan. 10) Grooming The coat of the smooth fox terrier is easy to keep looking neat. A daily brushing will keep it clean and prevent excessive shedding in the house. Daily exercise will naturally keep the smooth looking fit. Source: http://www.hillspet.com/en/us/dog-breeds/smooth-fox-terrier http://www.petmd.com/dog/breeds/c_dg_smooth_fox_terrier http://www.dogscope.com/smooth-fox-terrier
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