| The Smooth Fox Terrier is a energetic, playful always | | | | clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow |
| on the go barking dog. They can be quarrelsome and | | | | slower than the toenails of the front feet. |
| actually pick fights with other dogs, even larger ones. | | | | Life Span |
| They should not be trusted with other pets. They may | | | | The Smooth Fox Terrier can live between 12 and 14 |
| take to older children, especially if extensively | | | | years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent |
| socialized when young. As a reminder, never leave a | | | | living conditions. |
| child unsupervised with a puppy or dog. | | | | History |
| Approximate Adult Size | | | | The Smooth Fox Terrier comes from England where |
| The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of | | | | they were used to hunt vermin. They were first |
| the male Smooth Fox Terrier is 14 to 16 inches to the | | | | registered by the American Kennel Association in 1885. |
| withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 15 to 20 | | | | Some Registries |
| pounds. The female ranges from 13 to 15 inches to the | | | | - American Fox Terrier Club |
| withers and 13 to 18 pounds. | | | | - UKC United Kennel Club |
| Special Health Considerations | | | | - NKC National Kennel Club |
| Most dog breeds have certain inherited health | | | | - CKC Continental Kennel Club |
| problems associated with that specific breed and the | | | | - APRI Americas Pet Registry Inc. |
| Smooth Fox Terrier is no exception. Be on the look out | | | | - AKC American Kennel Club |
| for deafness, congenital heart disease, glaucoma, skin | | | | - FCI Federation Cynologique Internationale |
| allergies and shoulder dislocation. This disease list is an | | | | - NZKC New Zealand Kennel Club |
| informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be | | | | - KCGB Kennel Club of Great Britain |
| significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for | | | | - ANKC Australian National Kennel Club |
| a complete list. | | | | - ACR American Canine Registry |
| She should visit the veterinarian several times in the | | | | Litter Size |
| first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as | | | | 3 to 6 Smooth Fox Terrier puppies |
| an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for | | | | Category |
| shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and | | | | Terrier |
| on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for | | | | Terms To Describe |
| check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your | | | | Active, lively, playful, energetic, quarrelsome, scrappy |
| dog sweets. | | | | SPECIAL GOOD POINTS |
| Grooming | | | | - Good watch dog. |
| The Smooth Fox Terrier has a smooth, hard, flat and | | | | - Easy to care for coat. |
| dense coat that is easy to care for. She should be | | | | - Generally very healthy. |
| brushed regularly. Brushing will help her maintain a clean | | | | SPECIAL BAD POINTS |
| and healthy coat, help you keep a closer eye on her | | | | - Poor guard dog. |
| health and strengthen your emotional bond with her. | | | | - This dog is a barker. |
| Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week | | | | - May be a digger. |
| with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. | | | | - Will leave on adventures. |
| Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and | | | | - Can be a biter. |
| tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal | | | | - May be possessive with their toys. |
| disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss | | | | Every dog is an individual so not everything in this |
| of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease. | | | | information may be correct for your dog. This |
| Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and | | | | information is meant as a good faith guideline only. |