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208 GUIDE T O BREED S

JAPANESE TERRIER

AN ELEGANT AND LIVELY LITTLE DOG WITH A SENSITIVE AND PLAYFUL NATURE FCI

Height range Also known as the Nippon or Nihon Terrier, this rare breed is strong Pronounced stop
12–13 in (30–33 cm) and athletic for its size. Its ancestors are thought to include the English
Weight range Toy Terrier (see p.210) and the now-extinct Toy Bull Terrier. The
5–9 lb (2–4 kg)
Japanese Terrier has been kept as a lapdog, ratter, and
High-set,
Life span 12–14 years retriever and makes an adaptable family Strong, slightly button ears
Origin Japan pet, as well as a good watchdog. arched back

Short, smooth,
Other colors glossy, white coat
with black markings

Black, tan, and Dark, oval-
white shaped eyes
Typical black Black spots
markings on head on legs

Small,
black nose

TOY FOX TERRIER

THIS SMALL DOG IS FUN-LOVING AND BRAVE BUT CAN BE BOSSY AKC

Height range Also called the American Toy Terrier, this breed is a cross between the
9–12 in (23–30 cm) Smooth Fox Terrier (see p.206) and various toy breeds. The result is a dog
Weight range that is a good ratter but also family-friendly. As with all toy breeds, the
5–7 lb (2–3 kg)
Toy Fox Terrier is not recommended as a pet in a home where there are
Life span 13–14 years babies and toddlers, but older children will enjoy its zest for life.
Origin US Face predominately
black with tan markings
Docked tail
held upright
Bright, dark,
round eyes
Other colors Erect,
pointed ears

White and tan White and Black patch
black
Fine-haired,
Tan markings satinlike,
on cheek white coat
White, chocolate,
and tan

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