Other Names
Wirehaired Fox Terrier

Origin
Great Britian, 1800s.
Possibly descended from the now extinct wire-haired terrier.

Use Today
Companion, hunting

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 13-14 years of age

Weight & Height
15 to 18 pounds & 15 inches tall

Known Health Problems
Epilepsy, Skin Problems, Cushing's Disease, Deafness, Hipy Dysplasia, Legg-Perthes Disease, Luxating Patellas

Physical Description
Small, strong dog withe a short back and square build. The skull is flat and narrow and the foreface gradually tapers from the eyes to the muzzle. The muzzle is equal in length to the skull and with a strong jaw and black nose. Eyes are small and deepset and the ears are v-shaped button ears that are semi-erect with the tops folding forward. The tail is held erect

Temperment
Sociable and eater to please people. This dog makes a good watchdog as they are a frequent barker. They may chase other animals and some males can show aggression with other male dogs.

Living Conditions
Will do ok in an apartment or in the city

Grooming
Regular brushing needed with a natural bristle brush or a comb.

Exercise
Walk on a lead and play vigorous games & activities with the breed.

Coat Texture
Broken coate with hairs that twist and an undercoat of find, soft hair.

Coat Colors
White/Black/Tan, White/Black , White/Tan

Puppies
3-6 pups per litter. puppies need to be trained early

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club