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Fox Terrier

Price range

$1000.00 - $1500.00

Common names

Wire Fox Terrier other names: Wire, Wire Hair Fox Terrier, Wirehaired Terrier.

Size

Small

Dog group

Terrier Group

Coat length

Medium

Energy

Extra high

Kid friendly

Extra high

Life expectancy

10 to 13 years

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What does an Fox Terrier look like?

General Appearance of the Fox Terrier

The Wire Fox Terrier has a dense, wiry coat. Often the coat is slightly waved, but the show standard is that the coat is never curly.

White should be the predominate color of the wire with markings of black and tan. The wire fox terrier is a small dog with a sleek build.

Active and lively, the smooth-haired Fox Terrier was originally bred to hunt. Their legs are neither too leggy nor short, which assists them in their hunting pursuits by being able to cover a lot of ground, reach fast speeds and jump high.

They have a smooth, hard and dense coat that sheds very little.

Available in these colours

What colours do Fox Terrier come in?

Fox Terrier come in a variety of colours, including Tricolor, Black, Tan and White , White and Orange, Tricolor, Tricolor, Black, Tan and White , White and Tan, Black, Tan and White.

All about the
Fox Terrier.

Fox Terriers were initially bred to hunt foxes alongside hounds, pinpointing the location of foxes when they went to the ground. There are two kinds of Fox Terrier ? the Smooth Fox Terrier and the Wire Fox Terrier ? predominantly kept as companions. However, they also excel in modern dog sports.

Fox Terriers have a long face, natural upright ears, short backs, predominately white dense, wiry coats with black and/or tan markings. They are small dogs with a maximum of 39 centimetres at the withers, while the female is slightly shorter in height. Male Fox Terriers weigh approximately 7.3 - 8.2 kilograms, and females weighing 6.8 - 7.7 kilograms.

They are intelligent, tough little dogs, protective of their family, and enjoy playing with children. They make a great playmate and can be a good family companion!

All about the Fox Terrier adult stats

Weight

Low 15.00 KG

High 17.00 KG

Height

Low 12.00 cm

High 15.00 cm

Weight

Low 17.00 KG

High 19.00 KG

Height

Low 13.00 cm

High 15.00 cm

Fox Terrier.

Characteristics & Tendencies:

TENDENCY TO DIG
Snoring
Drooling
Exercise needs
Grooming needs
Barking

Care and Maintenance

Feeding

How much do
Fox Terrier eat?
1.50 to 2.00 cups of food a day

Exercise

How much
exercise do they need?
30 to 45 Mins

Temperament

Are they kid friendly? Not recommended for households with children under 7.

Living

Do they need a lot of space? Ideal for houses and apartments

Frequently asked questions about the Fox Terrier.

If you're somebody who hates dog fur everywhere or suffers from allergies, then Wire Fox Terriers is for you. It's just not as common as their smooth-coated counterparts. This is because their coat is more like human hair than usual dog hair or fur. And as such, it doesn't fall out at the same rate as most other dogs.

Although they need clipping and trimming every few months to maintain their rough hypoallergenic coat.

Wire Fox Terrier does require a bit of time in grooming. They should be brushed and combed several times a week to keep the coat clean and tangle-free. Frequent brushing with a natural bristle brush is needed to maintain the coat healthy. Occasional clipping of the coat may be required but will soften the texture of the coat; hand stripping is necessary to keep the suitable surface but is too difficult for most pet owners.

Wire Fox Terriers need lots of exercises. They have plenty of energy inside and require the time to wear it off. They enjoy outdoor activities and playing with other children. Their agility is amazing that they like fly ball games and other intensive physical activities.

Wire Fox Terrier is a hardy dog that doesn?t suffer from many health problems, and any issues they do have tend to be as individuals and non-breed specific. However, they still need annual health checks with your vet to ensure your that they are healthy and happy throughout it's different life stages.

In these annual visits, your vet will complete a physical examination, take your dog?s temperature, check his heartbeat and overall health. Routine checkups also provide the chance to track your dog?s growth and development and forms a key part of preventative care.

The Wire Fox Terrier personality is bold, brave, and friendly. They make ideal family companions and get along fit with kids thanks to their cheerful and happy-go-lucky energy. They are bright and react well to positive training techniques. They are good to a family who wants to add their pet to lots of active play.

Wire Fox terrier is intelligent but can be a bit challenging sometimes like most terriers.

Because they are smart, consider including obedience tasks as part of the exercise. It?s also a great idea to combine playtime with training. Use positive reinforcement to motivate them more.

Wire Fox Terrier can learn to go along with other pets, but males can be aggressive to other males. Fox Terriers can be protective of their meals and toys, which can cause problems; that's why they need to be socialised from a younger age, especially with cats and other household pets. Socialisation ensures that your Fox Terrier puppy grows up to be a well-rounded dog.

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Optional Extra Benefits

During the application process You will be provided with the option to include Optional Extra Benefits that cover certain conditions and Treatments which are not otherwise covered under the Policy.

 

The Optional Extra Benefits are:

Alternative Therapies, Behavioural Problems, and Dental Illness.

 

Examples of Alternative Therapies: Acupuncture, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy

Examples of Behavioural Problems: Excessive licking, fur pulling, pacing and destructive

chewing.

Examples of Dental Illnesses: Dental diseases, gingivitis, periodontal disease.