Cesky Terrier breed information

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The Cesky Terrier is a small but sturdy, rectangular terrier with short legs, drop-ears, long coat and a big heart. Calm, responsive and devoted, the Cesky makes a wonderful family pet in a wide range of living situations. The Cesky is less aggressive and independent, and more eager to please, than the typical terrier. The Cesky Terrier has a relatively short and well-documented history. The breed was developed by Frantisek Horák, a geneticist in the Czech Republic, by crossing a Sealyham Terrier and Scottish Terrier. His aim was to develop a light, short-legged, drop eared, hunting terrier that was easy to groom and train, could hunt fox and badgers in groups, and could "go to ground" and fit in burrows too small for it’s parent breeds. The Cesky can be very protective of its family and so makes a great watch-dog.

Cesky Terrier

Cesky Terrier

Life expectancy: 10 - 13 Years
Color: Blue-gray (ranging from silver to dark charcoal). Some are a uniform color, while others have lighter markings (pale gray, yellow or cream) on the face and extremities.
Eyes: mid-size, deep-set, brown
Coat type: Soft, slightly wavy, with a silky gloss and not overly thick. A fall of hair largely covers the eyes and the Cesky sports a beard. The cheeks, ears, upper body and tail are clipped close, while the hair is left long on the lower sides, belly and legs.
Size: males 11 1/2 inches; females 10 1/2 inches
Health issues: Usually very healthy and robust. Because of the Scottie in it's background, a condition known as Scottie Cramp is possible, but not prevalent in the breed.
Living conditions: A rugged dog in a small package, the Cesky can thrive in an apartment or in the country, as long as he is close to the people he loves.



 
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