Fox Terrier - Beautiful, brave terrier breed

Fox Terrier - a terrier breed from England, divided into two types: Wire Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier, with the most intelligent and brave temperament.

The Fox Terrier is an ancient breed of fox hunting dog originating in England. It is characterized by its compact body and incredible courage. The Fox Terrier is not only an impressive fox hunting dog but also an active, friendly companion for everyone.

In today's article, let's explore in detail the origin, classification and typical habits of fox terriers to better understand this small, lovely terrier dog breed.

Origin of Fox Terrier

Learn about the origins of the Fox Terrier.

The Fox Terrier, also known as the Fox Terrier, is a breed of dog that originated in England around the 18th century - the period when horse-hunting was most popular. The Fox Terrier was born with the role of a "professional baiter" - notable for its small stature, agility, courage and ability to squeeze into narrow terrain.

Many sources suggest that the Fox Terrier is the result of crossbreeding between three breeds:

• English Foxhound: Scent and Speed
• Old English White Terrier: Hunting Ability
• Bull Terrier: Toughness

By the early 19th century, Fox Terriers were not only kept as fox hunting dogs but also as companion dogs in America, Europe and Asia. They were also a favorite pet of many celebrities, royalty and even appeared in movies.

Fox Terrier Classification

After many years of development, Fox Terriers were divided into two separate breeds based on coat type: Wire Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier.

Smooth Fox Terrier

The smooth fox terrier has a short, close-fitting coat.

Smooth Fox Terrier, also known as smooth-haired fox terrier, is the first Fox Terrier line officially recognized in 1885 by AKC (American Kennel Club), featuring a compact appearance, short, smooth, easy-to-care-for hair.

Physical characteristics:

• Height from 35 - 40 cm, weight from 6.5 - 9 kg
• Body: Compact, sporty
• Coat: Short, smooth, close to the body, no beard like the Wire Fox Terrier
• Coat color: Mainly white mixed with black, brown or tricolor
• Ears: V-shaped, always folded forward
• Tail: Naturally carried high, curved over the back.

Wire Fox Terrier

The Wire Fox Terrier dog with its characteristic curly coat.

Wire Fox Terrier, also known as the wire-haired fox terrier, is a very popular fox terrier breed in the US and Europe and has been successful in dog competitions. It was recognized by the AKC in 1912 - quite late compared to the Smooth Fox Terrier.

Physical characteristics of the hard-coated fox terrier:

• Size: Height 36 - 40 cm, weight 7 - 9 kg
• Body: Small, compact, well-proportioned, short back
• Coat: Double coat, curly, coarse, hard fiber, stain resistant
• Distinctive appearance: Has a long beard on the muzzle, looks very "old" and has a lot of shaggy hair on all four legs.
• Coat color: Mainly white with black, brown or large patches of color
• Ears: V-shaped, folded forward
• Tail: High, erect, may be docked in some European countries.

Fox Terrier Personality Traits

Fox terriers are very active and love to run and jump.

Although divided into two different types, Fox Terriers still have the same general personality: "intelligent - active - brave - loyal - curious". Specifically as follows:

Smart & highly independent

Fox Terriers are very intelligent, quick-witted and good learners. They can easily learn from basic to advanced training if properly trained.

Because they are intelligent, they can sometimes be a bit independent and "stubborn" and often think they are the leader in the house, so you need to be consistent and train this dog from a young age.

Brave - fearless

Fox Terriers were bred to be fox hunting dogs, so they are very brave, not even afraid of opponents larger than themselves, always ready to protect their owners and territory.

Hyperactive

Fox Terriers are very active dogs, they need to exercise every day to release energy and feel happier. If they are locked up for too long and do not get enough exercise, they will become stressed and develop destructive behaviors such as biting and destroying furniture or barking loudly,...

Curious & Exploratory

True to their terrier nature, Fox Terriers are very curious. They like to sniff, dig around the house and yard, and chase fast-moving small animals such as mice, cats, squirrels, birds, etc.

Because of this, when taking this dog out, you need to have a leash to easily control them.

Is Fox Terrier popular in Vietnam?

Although fox terriers are very popular in Europe and America, in Vietnam they are not well known and are even very rare.

Here are some reasons why Fox Terriers are not popular in Vietnam:

• The number of Fox Terriers in Vietnam is extremely rare, mainly imported from Europe to serve the needs of professional players, not as popular as regular pet dogs.
• High price: Because they are not commonly bred domestically, Fox Terriers must be imported directly from abroad, leading to a fairly high price ranging from 30 to over 70 million VND/dog, depending on origin, purity or appearance.
• Requires experienced owners: Fox Terriers are not ordinary pet dogs, they need regular exercise and interaction and are only suitable for people with experience raising terriers.

Interesting Facts About Fox Terriers

Fox Terriers are as intelligent as Border Collies.

Here are some interesting facts about the Fox Terrier - a small, agile and intelligent terrier. Let's find out more to see if you really understand this dog breed!

• Fox Terrier has outstanding intelligence, is among the easiest dog breeds to train, not inferior to Border Collie.
• The name “Fox Terrier” comes from the breed's main task of “chasing foxes out of their dens” during hunting trips.
• Nipper, the iconic dog of the famous HMV record label, is a Smooth Fox Terrier.
• A Wire Fox Terrier has won 15 times at the Westminster Dog Show - the most prestigious dog show in the United States.
• The Fox Terrier also appeared in the novel “The Adventures of Tintin” under the name Snowy.

Beautiful and impressive Fox Terrier dog pictures

We invite you to admire the most beautiful and sharpest fox terrier pictures - from smooth-haired fox terriers to rough-haired fox terriers, each dog exudes an irresistible cuteness, guaranteed to make your heart "flutter". What are you waiting for? Let's admire it right away!

Picture of a fox terrier running around in the woods.

Smooth Fox Terrier with distinctive black and white short coat.

Fox Terrier puppy with super cute appearance.

Rough-coated fox terrier with a cheerful expression.

Although not popular in Vietnam, Fox Terrier is still a perfect choice for those who love small, intelligent and brave dogs. Hopefully, through the article that dogbreed.wiki shares above, it will help you better understand this fox hunting dog breed from England.

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