Family: Terrier
Breed Group: Gun Dog, AKC Terrier
Origin: Czechoslovakia
Date of Origin: 1960s - A recent breed
Originally used for: Hunting vermin mainly rats, badgers and foxes
Used today: Companion
Other Name(s): Bohemian Terrier, Czesky Terrier
History of the Breed: The Cesky Terrier is a small terrier originating in Czechoslovakia. A recent breed, it was first recognized by
the FCI in 1963. They are a cross between the Sealyham Terrier and the Scottish Terrier. The Cesky was developed to hunt vermin in their dens,
especially rats, badgers, and foxes.
General Appearance: A short legged, long haired, well muscled Terrier that has smallish drop ears, with a strong straight 7" tail.
The dog resembles a Sealyham Terrier.
Height & Weight:
Height 10-13 inches
Weight 13-22 pounds
Coat: The coat is thick and of a silky luster over the whole body
Color: Two basic colors either blue-gray or light coffee-brown
Grooming needs: Medium, the Cesky should be trimmed regularly, leaving the hair long on the stomach and legs and around the face to
form the moustache, beard, and eyebrows.
Temperament of Breed: These little terriers love people of all ages-especially children and their small size makes them an ideal
family pet.
Friendly with children: Yes
Friendly with other dogs: Yes
Suitability as a watchdog: Excellent
Exercise Level: Moderate
Health Issues with the Breed: A healthy breed
Major:
Minor: Scotty cramp
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years
2006 AKC Ranking: Not Ranked
First Registered by the AKC: (FSS) Foundation Stock Service
Registries: CKC, AKC, FCI, UKC, KCGB, CKC, NKC, NZKC, CET, ANKC, APRI, ACR
ACR -American Canine Registry
AKC -American Kennel Club
ANKC -Australian National Kennel Club
APRI -American Pet Registry Inc.
CKC -Continental Kennel Club
CKC -Canadian Kennel Club
FCI -Fédération Cynologique Internationale
KCGB -Kennel Club of Great Britain
NKC -National Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club
Breed Organizations & Associations:
National Cesky Terrier Club of America (NCTCA)
The Cesky Terrier Club
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