Toy Fox Terrier Breed Information & Characteristics

The Toy Fox Terrier is a dog breed that has a low to average risk for obesity. This means that they are less likely to gain weight than some breeds, but it is still important to monitor their food intake and ensure they get enough exercise to maintain a healthy weight and overall well-being.

Unfortunately, the Toy Fox Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Intelligent
Playful
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Toy Fox Terrier dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Toy Fox Terrier. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

United States

smooth fox terrier, chihuahua, miniature pinscher, manchester terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

1800s

Toy (AKC:2003)
Terriers (UKC)

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White

The coat of a Toy Fox Terrier dog ranges in length from short to medium.

Straight

A Toy Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Toy Fox Terriers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Toy Fox Terrier is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Allergies
Hypothyroidism

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Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

Toy Fox Terriers are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Toy Fox Terrier have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Toy Fox Terrier dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Toy Fox Terriers are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Toy Fox Terrier is a breed of dog that is characterized by its minimal drooling, making it an ideal choice for people who dislike drool marks on their clothing.

Toy Fox Terrier dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

These dogs are known for their strong territorial instinct and protective nature. They will fiercely defend their territory and are highly alert and vigilant against any perceived threat to their home and family.

Walk, Run, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Tug-of-war

Toy Fox Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Toy Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Toy Fox Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Toy Fox Terrier is a breed of dog that does not require extensive grooming.

Toy Fox Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-7 pound (1 - 3 kg) Toy Fox Terrier feed 0.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Toy Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Fox Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Toy Fox Terrier have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Toy Fox Terriers lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Toy Fox Terriers are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Toy Fox Terriers are not the most kid-friendly dogs. If you have children, you might want to reconsider adopting another dog as a companion.

Toy Fox Terriers are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Toy Fox Terriers are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Toy Fox Terriers are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Toy Fox Terriers are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Toy Fox Terrier for a mellower experience.

Toy Fox Terrier dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.