Fox Terrier Care And Training

Fox terriers are active and inquisitive hunters.to their inquisitive nature they are likely to get into
They are smart and intelligent, need attention andmischief if let out alone.
understanding and will reward their owners withFox terriers were bred to be hunting dogs and
love and affection. They make wonderful familytheir instinct is to work alone, unsupervised by
pets, they like children (although they are bestman. This can make fox terrier training an
suited to children 7 years and above) and areinteresting experience! Training needs to be
generally friendly to everyone they meet. Theypositive and fun; they are quick to pick up new
can, however, often be aggressive to other dogsthings and do not respond to negative treatment.
or, in fact, to other animals of any size.Because they have been bred to work alone they
Although small in stature, measuring approximatelydo not require constant approval as adult dogs,
15in. to 18in at the shoulder, in their own mindsalthough as puppies they require a great deal of
they are much larger!attention and will not like to left alone during the
Fox terrier care and grooming is similar to thatday.
for many short-haired dogs. They will requireYou can expect your fox terrier to live a long and
regular brushing and bathing and their toenailshealthy life - often to 15years or more. They are
need to be checked from time to time, however,strong and seldom get ill if properly protected
since they are such an active dog their toenailsfrom contagious disease by regular vaccinations
tend to stay short. As with all dogs, a fox terrier'sand sensible precautions. Annual veterinary
ears may require cleaning on a regular basis. Ancheck-ups are always recommended for all dogs.
annual veterinary check is recommended for allYour fox terrier will consider itself to be a part of
dogs.the family and will want to be with you wherever
Your fox terrier will require a securely fencedyou are and whatever you are doing!
yard and will need to be walked on a leash. Due