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Wire Fox Terrier: A Complete and Reliable
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Wire Fox Terrier was created by breeding the smooth variety with the
rough-coated Black and Tan Terrier. Though the Wire is the more recent of
the two, paintings of the dogs confirm that both coat varieties have been
around since the middle of the 18th century. The two were classified as
separate breeds until 1878. After the first breed standard was penned, both
coat types were given separate terrier classification. Like the Smooth, the
Wire was used as a hunt terrier whose job was to rout out the fox. The Wire
attracted attention on the North American continent when the little dog
'Asta' appeared in The Thin Man movies. Pep and personality are two
key words in describing the Wire Fox Terrier. Always ready for play, the
breed is a good child's pet. With its alert nature, it makes a fine
watchdog. Active and playful, the Wire Fox Terrier is always ready to
romp. He needs daily outdoor exercise. Like the Smooth Fox Terrier, a
well-balanced dog should not exceed 15.5 in (39 cm) at the withers and
should weigh about 18 lb (8 kg). The coat should be hard and wiry in
texture. The Wire's coat should be predominantly white with black, tan or
ginger markings. For pet Wires, clippers may be used to keep the
tailored look. For showing, hand-plucking is the only way correct coat
texture can be maintained. Once the pattern has been set, weekly raking with
a stripping knife will keep it in condition.
If you are looking for a marvelous family companion, the
Wire Fox Terrier is a great choice. Grooming needs are minimal - a good
brushing every few days will keep the wirey coat tangle-free. This breed
needs daily outdoor exercise to keep him happy and healthy. Wire Fox
Terriers love family life and are good with children, but like any dog
breed, should be supervised when in the company of over-amorous toddlers.
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The Modern Wire Haired Fox Terrier: Its
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Wire Fox Terriers 2007 Calendar
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