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Wire Fox Pinscher |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Great Britain <> Germany -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen |
A brief presentation of the Wire Fox Pinscher |
| What do you get when you mix a Wire Fox Terrier with a Miniature Pinscher? You get a super adorable, high-spirited Wire Fox Pinscher. This toy breed is a wonderful pet for people without young children, whatever the size of the place you live in. However, it needs regular grooming and at least an hour's exercise a day. So you need to be prepared to spend a fair amount of time with your Wire Fox Pinscher. Because of their independence and stubborn nature, you may find it difficult to train your dog and want to take obedience classes. |
History of the Wire Fox Pinscher |
| The Wire Fox Pinscher is a hybrid breed of fairly new and rare conception, so has yet to establish its history. It's best to examine the history of parent breeds to find the Wire Fox Pinscher's characteristics. |
A little of the Wire Fox Terrier |
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| Originating in England in the 1700s, the Wire Fox Terrier was bred from Terriers from Wales, Durham, Shropshire, Derbyshire and Cheshire to be used for fox hunting. These courageous breeds were chosen because we wanted a small but brave dog that wasn't afraid to go after its prey. Fox Terrier Wirehairs and Fox Terrier Smoothhairs were mated at one time to achieve a cleaner, whiter coat. Although still somewhat rare in the USA, they are the 101st most popular breed and were recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885. | ||
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| Standard of the Wire Fox Terrier |
A little of the Miniature Pinscher |
| The Miniature Pinscher is sometimes mistakenly thought of as a miniature version of the Dobermann Pinscher, but the two dogs are not related. It originated in the 17th century from the Italian Greyhound, the Dachshund and the German Pinscher. They were bred specifically to be racoons, but some believe that these dogs have been around much longer than originally thought. Many believe they existed a few thousand years ago, as dogs closely resembling the Miniature Pinscher have been depicted in paintings and other relics from the Renaissance. This amusing breed was accepted by the American Kennel Club in 1925 and ranks 68th among the most common dog breeds in the United States. |
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| Standard of the Miniature Pinscher |
Appearance of the Wire Fox Pinscher |
| The Wire Fox Pinscher is a small dog that generally stands 30.5 centimeters high at the shoulder and weighs around 7 kilos on average. They are compact, small dogs with flat, boxy skulls, tapered muzzles and beards. Its dark eyes are chocolate-colored and almond-shaped, with a black outline, and its nose is black or brown. With short legs and a medium-length tail, this is a small breed that is proportionally on a par with its parent breeds. Its triangle-shaped ears can be floppy or pricked, but they're usually pricked when it's listening, which is almost always the case. |
Temperament of the Wire Fox Pinscher |
| As Wire Fox Terriers and Miniature Pinschers are known for their hyperactive, impulsive behavior, they need a strong, patient master. You need to be firm and consistent when training your Wire Fox Pinscher so that he knows you're the boss, or he'll walk all over you. They can be bossy and possessive, and need to be socialized well and often to get along with other pets. They're also not ideal with young children because of their snarling nature. They are certainly intelligent, but like to do things their own way, unless you teach them otherwise. |
Needs and activities of the Wire Fox Pinscher |
| As mentioned above, the parent breeds are both very energetic and intense dogs. The Wire Fox Pinscher therefore needs at least one hour of vigorous activity a day. Any dog that doesn't get enough exercise is likely to have behavioral problems, anxiety and boredom, but this breed is particularly problematic when it doesn't get enough exercise. By taking your dog for a brisk walk once or twice a day and playing catch, you can be sure he's in good mental and physical health. Other activities he may enjoy include flyball, agility training, swimming and hiking. |
Maintenance of the Wire Fox Pinscher |
| Any dog with a rough coat needs to be plucked several times a year, including the Wire Fox Pinscher. You can do it yourself by hand or with a tool called a depilatory blade, or have it done by a professional groomer. Your dog should also be brushed several times a week with a rubber currycomb or long-hair brush. To prevent your dog from contracting ear infections, you should use a soft cloth to wipe his ears once a month, and clean his teeth to prevent dental problems. |
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