Article From SubmitYOURArticle.com: Smooth Fox Terrier Dog Breed Temperament, Health Issues, Grooming and Living Conditions

Description: The Smooth Fox Terrier is a medium
sized dog, with the male dog standing 14-16
inches in height and the female bitches 13-15
inches, with the males weighing 15-20 pounds and
the bitch 13-18 pounds. They have a flat skull
which narrows a little towards the eyes and down
the muzzle, to their black nose. With dark
coloured eyes, and small V shaped ears that hang
forward to the cheeks. They have a thick neck
that is quite muscular, and straight legs. There
is a high set tail which is commonly docked, in
countries that allow this practice. Docking is
illegal in most parts of Europe, except on
medical grounds. Their coat is smooth feeling,
and very dense. Their hair is mostly white with
brown or black areas.

History: The Smooth Fox Terrier dog breed first
originated in the 17th-century, in the British
Isles, as a result of crossing the beagle,
foxhound, and dachshund. They were bred
specifically to hunt for vermin, and foxes, as
both of these were a risk to farmers' livestock.
They would locate animals and draw the attention
of the farmer, or Hunter by scratching, digging,
and incessant barking, until they either came out
of their hiding hole or were dug out by the
hunters, and destroyed. They were first accepted
as a separate breed in 1876.

Temperament: The Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are
particularly affectionate and devoted to their
family, especially children. They love to play,
and are very enthusiastic about it.
Unfortunately, due to a strong hunting instinct,
they do not do well with non-canine pets,
especially smaller ones. They love to explorer
and you could find them in all sorts of nooks and
crannies, about your home. As long as they are
introduced properly they do tend to get on well
with other dogs in the house.

They are an intelligent dog and require mental
exercise as well as physical. Playtime is
important to them. They require firm consistent
leadership, or can be subject to small dog
syndrome. These dogs can become particularly
problematic if they believe themselves to be in
charge, they may become aggressive, destructive,
and willful whilst also barking excessively they
may become snappy and even start biting. Unless
they know their place 100%, they are not safe to
leave with children. However, should your dog
start displaying these traits; it is your
leadership that is at fault, and not really the
dog.

Health issues. These dogs are prone to some eye
diseases, and there is a risk of dislocations of
the shoulder. In the mostly white coloured dog
deafness is an issue, this does occur throughout
the breed is most common in the whiter dogs.
Apart from these few problems, the smooth Fox
Terriers are generally healthy living to around
about 15 years.

Grooming. The Smooth Fox Terriers are average
shedders, and shed twice the year. Normally, the
short coat is easily cared for with regular
brushing with a firm bristled brush. Bathing as
required, using either a bath or dry shampoo.

Living conditions. The Smooth Fox Terrier is a
breed which is quite active indoors, and as long
as sufficient exercise is given will adapt well
to living in an apartment.

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