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Wire Fox Terrier
A.K.A. : Wire hair fox terrier, Wirehaired terrier
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Wire Fox Terrier
A.K.A. :Wire hair fox terrier, Wirehaired terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
Winter
Summer
Healthiness
Protective
Life Span
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| Overview: | The Wire Fox Terrier is very alert and enjoys lots of social activity with his family. They need daily exercise and are a good fit for older children who will take responsibility for providing an active life. |
| Breed Group: | Terrier |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 17-19, female: 15-17 |
| Height (in): | should not exceed 15.5" |
| Colors: | White should predominate (brindle, red, or liver markings are objectionable). |
| Coat: | Hair is dense wiry texture. Undercoat is finer, shorter and softer. May be crinkly or slightly wavy but never curly. |
| Character: | Wire Fox Terriers are energetic and playful. They love playing with children, though they may bite. |
| Temperament: | This breed can be very aggressive. They may pick fights with other dogs. They make good watch dogs, but are prone to bark a lot. |
| Care: | The Wire Fox Terrier requires brushing with a firm bristle brush and bathing when needed.The wiry coat needs stripping every 3 months. |
| Training: | This breed is very intelligent and learns new tricks quite rapidly. He should be obedience trained, probably from an early age. |
| Activity: | The Wire Fox Terrier needs a lot of exercise. Otherwise, he can get a bit destructive! |
| Country of Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Health Issue: | This breed has epilepsy as a genetic component. Deafness may be seen in the white ones. Minor issues include skin problems. |
| Life Expectancy: | 10-13 |