Made to move
Fox terriers were developed as bold, agile working dogs. Today that often shows up as zoomies, games, digging and an intense interest in whatever you are doing.
SMALL DOG. HUGE OPINIONS.
Fox terriers are
pure spark.
Bright-eyed, quick-footed and famously game for anything, fox terriers pack a working-dog brain into a compact, scruffy package.
2classic coat types
∞terrier energy
100%personality
CURIOUS ✦ FEARLESS ✦ CLEVER ✦ COMICAL ✦ ALERT ✦ QUICK ✦ LOYAL ✦ CURIOUS ✦ FEARLESS ✦ CLEVER ✦ COMICAL ✦
01 / CHARACTER
A little dog
A little dog
with a big job.
Brains on
They learn quickly and can get creative when bored. Short training sessions, scent games and puzzle toys help turn that sharp terrier mind into a household superpower.
All personality
Expect confidence, humor and a strong point of view. With consistent boundaries and plenty of enrichment, that famous terrier independence becomes part of the charm.
02 / GALLERY
Wiry. Smooth.
Wiry. Smooth.
Always unmistakable.
From show-ring polish to muddy-field scruff, fox terriers wear their energy on the outside.
03 / LIVING WITH ONE
Keep the body busy.
Keep the body busy.
Keep the brain busier.
Daily movement
Plan for brisk walks, play and chances to sniff and investigate. A satisfied terrier is much easier to live with than an under-employed one.
Training with purpose
Reward-based training works best when sessions are fast, clear and fun. Mix obedience with tricks, nosework and problem-solving.
Coat care
Smooth coats are low-maintenance. Wire coats need regular brushing and periodic grooming to keep their distinctive harsh texture and tidy outline.
Terrier-proofing
Use secure fencing and thoughtful introductions with smaller pets. Their chase instinct can be strong, especially outdoors.
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“A fox terrier doesn't enter a room. It arrives with a plan.”
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