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Fox Terrier (Smooth Coat)
Fox Terrier (Smooth Coat)


ADDITIONAL SMOOTH FOX TERRIER PICTURES

Family: Terrier

Breed Group: Terrier, AKC Terrier

Origin: England

Date of Origin: 1750s

Originally used for: Fox Hunting

Used today: Sporting, companion

Other Name(s): Smooth Fox Terrier

History of the Breed: The Smooth Coated Fox Terrier is believed to include the Smooth-Coated Black-And-Tan Terrier, the Bull Terrier, the Greyhound, and the Beagle. Smooth Fox Terriers preceded the Wires in the show ring by 15 to 20 years. These small terriers have a keen nose, remarkable eyesight, and never ending stamina and were originally used for driving foxes from their holes.

General Appearance: The Smooth Fox Terrier is a compact athletic breed with a smooth, flat coat that is predominantly white with brown or black markings. He has a unique long lean head measuring up to 7˝ inches in length. The breed has an active expressive face with deep set dark eyes, V shaped ears, and a good nose. The legs are straight and the tail is docked and moves quickly when excited.

Height & Weight:
Height 14.5-15.5 Inches
Weight 15-19 Pounds

Coat: Smooth, hard, flat, and short.

Color: White should be the predominate color, other colors do not matter

Grooming needs: Low

Temperament of Breed:
Friendly with children: Yes, if socialized correctly
Friendly with other dogs: Yes, if socialized correctly

Suitability as a watchdog: Yes

Exercise Level: Medium

Health Issues with the Breed:
Major: Deafness, cataracts, lens luxation, distichiasis
Minor:

Life Expectancy: 13-14 Tears

2006 AKC Ranking: 102

First Registered by the AKC: 1885

Registries: CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, CET, 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
NZKC -New Zealand Kennel Club
UKC -United Kennel Club

Breed Organizations & Associations:
The American Fox Terrier Club, Inc.

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