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  Fox Terrier (Smooth) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This Smooth Fox Terrier with fl and tan markings is an AKC champion.
It was the first breed in the fox terrier family to be given official recognition by The Kennel Club (circa 1875; breed standard 1876).
The Smooth Fox Terrier was developed in England and is believed to descend from a mixture of the smooth-coated Black and Tan Terrier, the Greyhound, the Bull Terrier, and the Beagle.
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 Fox Terrier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The name Fox Terrier or Foxy refers primarily to two different breeds of dog, the Smooth Fox Terrier and the Wire Fox Terrier, that were independently bred in England in the mid-19th century.
In Australia, a distinct type of Australian Fox Terrier was becoming recognizable during the same period in which the fox terrier breed was being standardized.
Smooth and Wirehair Fox Terriers are often referred to as Standard Fox Terriers in Australia in an attempt to minimize confusion.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier, Dog Breed Information Center®, Smooth Fox Terriers, Fox Terrier Smooth Coat
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a bold and energetic Terrier.
One of the oldest Terriers, the Fox Terrier was used in the 18th century to hunt foxes in England.
The Wirehaired and Smooth Fox Terriers are sometimes regarded as the same breed, although the breed has been separated in the United States since 1984.
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 Dog Fox Terrier Smooth
Weight is not a certain criterion of a Terrier's fitness for his work-general shape, size and contour are the main points; and if a dog can gallop and stay, and follow his fox up a drain, it matters little what his weight is to a pound or so.
The Terrier's legs should be carried straight forward while traveling, the forelegs hanging perpendicular and swinging parallel with the sides, like the pendulum of a clock.
The principal propulsive power is furnished by the hind legs, perfection of action being found in the Terrier possessing long thighs and muscular second thighs well bent at the stifles, which admit of a strong forward thrust or "snatch" of the hocks.
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Like other terriers, the Fox Terrier was developed as a hunter, in this case of fox (and rats) in England in the 18th and 19th centuries.
A standard for the Smooth Fox Terrier has existed since 1876, although it was considered to be a variety of the same breed as the Wire Fox Terrier in the United States until 1984.
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a very lively, smart and active little dog dressed in a short white coat with fl or brown markings.
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 Fox Terriers: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
I strongly recommend that you get your Fox Terrier involved in obedience classes at the intermediate or advanced level, in agility (an obstacle course for dogs), or in an earth dog club (terriers dig and tunnel after small critters who are secured in a sturdy cage so they can't be harmed).
Fox Terriers are a determined force to reckon with if they decide to initiate or accept a challenge to fight.
Many terriers are quick to react to teasing, and even to the normal clumsiness that comes with small children (accidental squeezing of their ears or pulling of whiskers or stepping on their paw).
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 Smooth Fox Terrier
Smooth Fox Terriers originated in England during the 18th century.
In some hunts the terrier was carried in a bag, slung over the shoulder of the "terrier man", in other the terrier followed behind the pack of hounds.
When the Fox went to ground the terrier was brought up to go into the hole and "bolt" the Fox so the hunt could continue.
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 Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The Fox Terrier
The progenitor of the modern Smooth Fox Terrier is considered to be a dog called Old Jock who was born in 1859 at the Grove Kennel, one of four English foundation kennels for the breed.
Fox terriers do not know that discretion may be the better part of valor; they back down at nothing, even a dog several times their size.
Although they are not immensely popular, fox terriers still fall prey to puppy mill and backyard breeders who care little for the health and temperament of their puppies or the conditions under which their dogs are raised.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier
On December 11, 1984, the Board of Directors of the AKC Approved separate breed standards for the Smooth Fox Terrier and the Wire Fox Terrier, to be come effective on June 1, 1985.
This was a tribute to his keen nose, remarkable eyesight and staying powers in accomplishing his work of driving the fox from his hole or the drain in which he had taken refuge when too closely pursued by the hounds.
The original breed standard was so well drawn by the Fox Terrier Club (England) in 1876 that, with the exception of reducing the weight of a male dog in show condition from 20 pounds to 18 pounds, no change was found necessary for many decades.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier Cards
In the 18th century when hunting was every man's vocation the fox terrier was used for bolting the fox that had been driven to earth by the hounds.
Fox Terrier cannot claim an ancient lineage, the starting point of the modern breed dating from about the fifties of last century; but they certainly make up in "sauce" what they lack in pride of ancestry.
Shown on the reverse: "The smooth-Haired Fox Terrier was first classed as a sporting breed because his sensitive nose and keen sight were useful in his job of driving foxes from their holes.
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 Fox Terrier Smooth Coat Smooths dogs breeders profiles information uk
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a member of the terrier group.
The Smooth is thought to have come about from crosses of the Old English Terrier, smooth coated Black and Tan terriers of England, Bull Terriers, Greyhounds and Beagles.
They were used by hunters with the foxhounds to locate foxes when they went to ground by barking and so pinpointing the position of the fox for the huntsman..
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 American Kennel Club - Toy Fox Terrier
The Toy Fox Terrier is truly a toy and a terrier and both have influenced his personality and character.
The Toy Fox Terrier is a well-balanced Toy dog of athletic appearance displaying grace and agility in equal measure with strength and stamina.
Proportion: The Toy Fox Terrier is square in proportion, with height being approximately equal to length; with height measured from withers to ground and length measured from point of shoulder to buttocks.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier Dog Breeders
Similar to the Wire Fox Terrier except for their coat, Smooth Fox Terrier is one of the oldest of the terrier breeds who were bred to dig down into burrow to flush out foxes or catch small animals.
To own a Smooth Fox Terrier you need to be a confident leader who prefers an active, feisty breed, not a couch potato.
Both the Smooth Fox Terrier and the Wire Fox Terrier share the same conformation and were recognized as the same breed until 1984 when the AKC approved separate standards.
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 Fox Terrier Rescue of Colorado
Fox Terrier Rescue of Colorado is a group of devoted people dedicated to the successful placement of homeless Wire Fox, Smooth Fox, Lakeland and Irish Terriers.
Fox Terrier Rescue is a member of the coalition of All Breed Rescue Network, Inc., Colorado's largest purebred dog rescue coalition.
She is the co-founder of All Breed Rescue Network, has served as Vice President of the Fox Terrier Network, Inc. and is a past National Rescue Coordinator for The United States Lakeland Terrier Club.
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 The Westminster Kennel Club | Breed Information: Fox Terrier (Smooth)
Smooth and Wire Fox Terriers originated in 19th century England where they were bred to "bolt" the fox out of its den.
Smooth Fox Terriers feature an easy-care coat, while Wires must be plucked or clipped, but do not shed.
Fox Terriers such as "Asta" have starred in films and the breed excels in earthdog, flyball and agility competition and in careers from circus performance to drug sniffing.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier : Dog Breeds - Dog.com
The Fox Terrier became one of the most recognized dogs in the world because the British took it with them wherever they went.
Smooths were shown at the very first organized dogs shows.
A sturdy terrier that is a dog of sharp angles.
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 Cleo's Manual
Smooth Fox Terriers, in general, are extremely intelligent and if not taught the rules right away can become a belligerent, nasty pet.
Smooth Fox Terriers DO shed—therefore you should run a rubber brush or fine comb through their coat at least weekly, oftener is better.
Fox terriers have to be one of the most intelligent and quick-witted of all breeds.
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 Dogs in Canada : Breeds : Fox Terrier (Smooth)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
When fox hunting became the rage in the 18th century, terriers became members of the hunt whose job it was to kill the fox.
The genes of several working terrier breeds went into the makeup of the Fox Terrier but breeding records were not kept until the introduction of dog shows in the 1860s.
Smooth Fox Terriers first debuted at the Birmingham show in 1862 and quickly became the working man's favourite breed.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier Photo And Picture Contest   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Smooth and Wire Fox Terriers are considered two separate breeds now, but used to be considered varieties within the same breed.
The Smooth Fox Terrier was originally bred to go to ground, their innate sense to dig comes out unless taught otherwise.
The Smooth Fox Terrier was originally bred in England.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier
History - The fox terrier, both the smooth and wirehaired, was developed in England in the 18th century for bolting or driving out foxes from their dens.
Temperament - The popular fox terrier is lively and fun-loving, gets along with respecful children over about five years old, and can live in the city or the country.
Fox terriers can be distracted easily when excited by other animals or peripheral events, so firm and consistent handling is required.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier
One of the oldest of the Terriers, he is the original Fox Terrier from which the Wire Fox Terrier was created.
He has a smooth, hard coat that is mostly white with fl, tan, and/or ginger markings.
An entertaining family pet for the active household, the Smooth Fox Terrier is affectionate, trustworthy, and eager to please.
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 Fox Terrier (Smooth)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Long known for being the "working man's" favourite, the Smooth Fox Terrier is an ancient British breed designed for the sport of fox hunting.
A very basic old-fashioned grass roots type terrier, the "Foxie" as he is affectionately known, is a little power packet of a dog, embodying bone and strength in a small compass.
Clean and well mannered in the house, the Fox Terrier is a very alert dog and ever ready to give the alarm when he feels intrusion of some kind is imminent, in which case he becomes one of the best possible guard dogs.
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 Fox terrier smooth - FOX TERRIER (Smooth) : Dog Lover Designs : CafePress.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Smooth Fox Terrier Dog Breeders Showcase is a great way to find dog breeders in your area.
Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Smooth) A Smooth Fox Terrier with fl markings Alternative names Fox Terrier Smooth Fox Terrier Common nickname.
Smooth Fox Terriers were shown as sporting dogs 15 or 20 years before the Wires were considered a breed.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier sculptures
The Smooth Fox sculptures on these pages were created by the late Denis Springer, internationally renowned dog sculptor and recognized Terrier authority.
The bronze Smooth Fox figure comes on a bronze "cobblestone" base which is then mounted on an 8"x9" wooden base.
The larger Smooth Fox Terrier pewter sculptures are three poses of the same sized dog - about 3-1/2" tall.
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 Smooth Fox Terrier Breed, Smooth Fox Terriers, Puppies, Dogs
The Smooth Fox Terrier is an energetic, inquisitive, playful breed who loves to run, chase and explore.
The Smooth Fox Terrier is alert, determined, eager, trustworthy, affectionate.
Do not leave your Smooth Fox Terrier alone in the yard as they may bark and try to dig their way out.
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 THE SMOOTH FOX TERRIER   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
In 1993, I chaired an American Fox Terrier committee that rewrote the Illustrated and Amplified Breed Standards for Smooth and Wire Fox Terriers.
The origins of the Fox Terrier probably descend from the old rough coated Black and Tan Terrier, the Bull Terrier, the Greyhound and the Beagle...if that last one is hard for you to believe, just listen to them in the back yard some day.
My first Smooth was given to me for my 6th birthday and he slept on my bed every night of his life until he died the day I graduated from High School.This presentation will be broken into several parts.
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 The Fox Terrier (Smooth, Wire and Toy)
The Smooth and Wire were considered as one breed by the AKC until 1984.
The Smooth and Wire Fox Terrier are energetic dogs with the Terrier attitudes.
Dominance is a goal of this terrier and they need firm and consistent training early in life, and consistent handling through their life.
www.pgaa.com /canine/general/foxterrier.html   (1333 words)

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