Toy Fox Terrier

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An American toy terrier developed from the Smooth Fox Terrier and toy breeds to hunt vermin on farms, and once a popular circus performer. Smart, spirited and loyal, the Toy Fox Terrier is a true terrier in a tiny, low-maintenance body.

At a glance

Group

Toy

Size

Toy · 3.5–7 lb

Lifespan

13–14 years

Coat

Short, smooth, sheds lightly

Temperament

Spirited, alert, loyal

Best fit

Active adults, small homes

Species

Dog

The tradeoffs, honestly

Toy Fox Terriers bark, chase small animals and feel the cold. Their tiny size makes them fragile around rough children and larger dogs.

Common questions

Is a Toy Fox Terrier a good first dog?

Often, yes. TFTs are smart, affectionate and easy to groom. Expect some terrier barking and chase drive, and protect them from falls and big dogs.

What health problems do Toy Fox Terriers have, and what should be tested?

Luxating kneecaps, Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, demodectic mange and congenital hypothyroidism with goiter occur. Ask for a patella check, a recent eye exam and a CHG DNA result on both parents.

Do Toy Fox Terriers get along with cats?

Often, if raised with them. Rodents, birds and other small pets are at risk from their ratting instinct.

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