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German Hunting Terrier

Price range

$700.00 - $1000.00

Common names

German Jagdterrier

Size

Medium

Dog group

Terrier Group

Coat length

Medium

Energy

Medium

Kid friendly

Medium

Life expectancy

12 to 15 years

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What does an German Hunting Terrier look like?

General Appearance of the German Hunting Terrier

A smallish, generally black and tan, compact,well proportioned working hunting dog.

They have a long but not too narrow head with a fiery facial expression. The muzzle is strong, elongated and ends in muscular and punishing jaws. The oval-shaped eyes are small and dark.

Available in these colours

What colours do German Hunting Terrier come in?

German Hunting Terrier come in a variety of colours, including Black and Orange, Black and Orange.

All about the
German Hunting Terrier.

German Hunting Terriers are also commonly called Jagdterrier. They are a relatively new breed. And though the Black and Tan Terriers have been present already during the 18th century, they have only been in existence since the 1920s.

German Hunting Terriers are exceptional working dogs with an excellent drive and agility. They stand about 33 to 40 centimetres and weigh 7.5 to 8.5 kilograms. They are intelligent, energetic, and watchful dogs. While they are hunters, they are usually friendly with people and can make great playmate.

The German Hunting Terrier is an active, athletic, focused, hardworking, tenacious, lively and hardy dog. And because they are bred to work and hunt, they need physical activity to keep them happy.

All about the German Hunting Terrier adult stats

Weight

Low 7.50 KG

High 8.50 KG

Height

Low 33.00 cm

High 40.00 cm

Weight

Low 9.00 KG

High 10.00 KG

Height

Low 33.00 cm

High 40.00 cm

German Hunting Terrier.

Characteristics & Tendencies:

TENDENCY TO DIG
Snoring
Drooling
Exercise needs
Grooming needs
Barking

Care and Maintenance

Feeding

How much do
German Hunting Terrier eat?
0.75 to 1.50 cups of food a day

Exercise

How much
exercise do they need?
30 to 60 Mins

Temperament

Are they kid friendly? They get along well with children

Living

Do they need a lot of space? They need plenty of vigorous exercise

Frequently asked questions about the German Hunting Terrier.

German Hunting Terrier has a coarse coat that sheds moderately. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. Brushing the Great Dane's hair at least once a week and bathing them now and then is the perfect way to avoid shedding.

German Hunt Terriers are generally a low maintenance breed. Their smooth, shorthaired, hard coat requires weekly grooming using a comb and, in some instances, a slicker brush to keep him looking well cared for?comb and brush with a firm bristle brush and shampoo whenever needed.

You can remove loose hair by wiping the coat with a warm, damp cloth. They will also require hand plucking when his coat begins to shed, generally once or twice a year. Clean their eyes with a soft, wet cotton ball or washcloth. Their nails grow quickly and must be clipped on a daily basis.

German Hunting Terriers are hunting dogs, a high-energy and active breed. These dogs require at least an hour of intensive exercise. They need more than just a daily stroll to meet their exercise needs.

This dog will appreciate having a large fenced yard to play in, and this breed does particularly well when trained for hunting or active dog sports.

Regular visits to their vet will ensure their health and well-being?schedule at least twice a year veterinary care or as recommended depending on your dog's state. They can commonly inherit eye issues call primary lens luxation.

That is why in these visits, your vet will complete a physical examination, take your dog's temperature and check his heartbeat, among other things. Discuss with your vet any concerns you think needs immediate attention as it is a key part of preventative care.

They tend to get along well with children. Their high energy might be a challenge for some family to handle, but with proper training, they'll learn how to manage well their behaviour. They can be great family pet, especially if they are socialised at an early age. They are known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around their family.

German Hunting Terriers are intelligent, making them easy to train because they respond well and have a good memory. They enjoy it when they have anything to do, especially those that require energy.

There are times where they feel they wanted to work on their own; that's why training them needs a little patience and creativity to keep them engaged.

Provided that they spend time around other dogs from an early age, they can be friendly with them. However, they find it challenging to deal with cats because they tend to trigger their hunting drive. Proper socialization will help them learn how to behave well around others.

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Specified Conditions includes:

  • Cruciate ligament damage
  • Intervertebral disc disease
  • Hip dysplasia
  • Patella luxation
  • Elbow dysplasia
  • Cherry eye
  • Entropion
  • Ectropion,
  • Osteochondritis dissecans (‘OCD’)
  • Lumps

Lumps means the protuberance or localised area of swelling or unusual growth that can occur anywhere on or in the body including tumours, warts, cysts, growths, mucoceles, haematomas and abscesses.

You can apply to reduce the 6-month exclusion period for Specified Conditions by using our request for Waiver Form. Simply take this form to your next vet visit and submit the completed form back to [email protected] within 14 days of the visit.

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.