How Do You Identify A Wire Fox Terrier?
The wire fox terrier is a powerful breed that is alert and quick. It is a playful breed and gets along well with children, making it a great family companion. Since it is a terrier, it needs a job and plenty of exercise, or else it may become destructive. It may also become destructive if left alone for long periods of time. Because it is a hunting breed, it is not safe around other small animals, such as cats or hamsters. Look at the general appearance of the wire fox terrier. It is not a leggy breed, nor are the legs too short. While well-boned and strong, it is not coarse. Males should not be more than 15 ½ inches at the shoulders and females are a bit lower, about 14 ½ inches at the shoulders. Males weigh about 18 pounds and females weigh about 16 pounds. Make sure the head is proportionate with the rest of the body. It should be 7 to 7 ¼ inches from the nostrils to the back of the occipital bone. Females have a bit shorter head. The dark, round eyes are moderately small and set ra