Fox Terrier

Fox Terriers are playful, energetic, and courageous. They bond quickly with their owners and show them plenty of loyalty and affection. Fox Terriers make wonderful watchdogs, but the downside of their alertness is that they get bored easily. If they don’t have enough to do, they’re known to bark, chew furniture, and dig holes in the yard. The only exception is Toy Fox Terriers, who tend to be better behaved than their larger counterparts.

Each of the Fox Terrier varieties has a different coat. Wire Fox Terriers have a rough, broken coat that is mostly white with black or brown markings. They don’t shed much and are good dogs for people with allergies. The Smooth Fox Terrier has a short, smooth coat of hard and dense fur. Their coloring is similar to Wire Fox Terriers, but Smooth Foxes shed much more. Finally, the Toy Fox Terrier has a short, smooth, glossy coat of fur that’s tri-color, chocolate, or tan and white, all with colorful faces.

Smooth and Fox Terriers tend to pick fights with other dogs and need to be socialized. They’re playful with kids, but they may bite if provoked. On the other hand, Toy Fox Terriers aren’t a good fit for homes with children, because of their small size and sensitivity to roughhousing. All Fox Terriers are prone to barking and digging if they don’t get enough exercise and attention, so they prefer homes where they can be inside and around people most of the time.

Smooth and Wire Fox Terriers need regular exercise, long walks, and plenty of playtime. Toy Fox Terriers are lower maintenance when it comes to exercise but still need to run around the house, fool around with toys, or play games to get their energy out. Without enough exercise, these dogs will get bored and may act out.