Toy Fox Terrier
OriginUnited States
SizeToy
Lifespan13–15 years
GroupTerriers
Summary
The Toy Fox Terrier is an American toy terrier developed from small Smooth Fox Terriers crossed with toy breeds. It combines terrier alertness and prey drive with a compact companion-dog size.
Physical Characteristics
- Size
- Toy
- Height (male)
- 21.5–29 cm
- Height (female)
- 21.5–29 cm
- Weight (male)
- 2–4 kg
- Weight (female)
- 2–4 kg
- Life Expectancy
- 13–15 years
- Coat
- Short, smooth, fine, and glossy
- Common Colors
- Predominantly white with black, tan, chocolate, or tricolor markings
Temperament & Personality
The Toy Fox Terrier is intelligent, playful, alert, loyal, and spirited. It is highly trainable and affectionate but still has a terrier's confidence and interest in small moving animals.
Activity & Exercise
- Energy Level
- Moderate to high
- Recommended Daily Exercise
- 30–60 minutes
Grooming & Care
- Grooming Needs
- Low
- Shedding
- Low to moderate
- Bathing Frequency
- Every 6–8 weeks
Health
- Common Health Issues
- Hypothyroidism
- Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
- Patellar luxation
- Primary lens luxation
- Recommended Health Tests
- Eye examination
- Hip evaluation
- Patella evaluation
- Thyroid evaluation
Compatibility
- With Children
- Good
- With Other Dogs
- Good
- For First-Time Owners
- Recommended
