Longevity
Life expectancy
It lives on average from 14 to 16 years.
Constitution
Is this a robust breed?
Robust and active, it is not very prone to disease; its skin, however, requires careful protection.
Things to watch for
What to look out for
You must protect its skin from the sun with a suitable cream or light clothing, cover it in cold weather, and monitor the kneecaps and hips as with other small terriers.
Sunburns : Its bare skin burns easily in the sun.
Patellar dislocation : Possible as in many small terriers.
Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease : Affects the head of the femur in small dogs.
Skin irritations : Scratches, acne or contact allergies on bare skin.
Climate
Tolerance to cold and heat
Hairless, it is sensitive to cold as well as sunburn. A coat in winter and sun protection in summer are essential.
Weight
Prone to weight gain
Active, it keeps the line if it is sufficiently spent. The ration must be weighed.
Everyday care
Good habits to keep your pet healthy
- Apply sunscreen suitable for dogs before going out in the sun.
- Put a coat on them in cold weather.
- Regularly clean their skin with a gentle product.
Vaccination
American Hairless Terrier vaccinations: schedule
Which vaccines does a American Hairless Terrier need? Like all dogs, American Hairless Terriers should receive their core vaccines from 8 weeks of age: CHPPi (core vaccine) and Leptospirosis. Puppies receive their initial American Hairless Terrier vaccinations in several shots spaced 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year. Depending on their lifestyle (hunting, hiking, boarding, travel, region), your veterinarian may add vaccines against Rabies, Kennel cough, Piroplasmosis, Lyme disease and Leishmaniasis.
| Vaccine | Primary vaccination | First booster | Then | For whom? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CHPPi (core vaccine)Core Distemper, Rubarth hepatitis, parvovirosis and parainfluenza | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All animals |
LeptospirosisCore Leptospirosis (bacterium transmitted by rodent urine and stagnant water) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | All animals |
RabiesDepending on lifestyle Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, categorized dogs, most boarding kennels and shows |
Kennel coughDepending on lifestyle Bordetella bronchiseptica and parainfluenza | 8 weeks | 1 year | every year | Dogs attending boarding kennels, daycares, dog clubs and shows |
PiroplasmosisDepending on lifestyle Tick-borne babesiosis | 5 months · 6 months | 1 year | every year | Hunting dogs, dogs living in rural or wooded areas, dogs highly exposed to ticks |
Lyme diseaseDepending on lifestyle Tick-borne borreliosis | 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | Hiking dogs, hunting dogs, forest areas of the East and the Center |
LeishmaniasisDepending on lifestyle Leishmaniasis transmitted by sandflies | 6 months | 1 year and 6 months | every year | Dogs living or staying in the South of France, Corsica and the Mediterranean basin |
Adult American Hairless Terrier booster shots are given annually for leptospirosis and rabies. For distemper, hepatitis, and parvovirus, a booster every three years is often enough after the first booster. Your veterinarian will tailor the schedule to your dog's actual risk.
Which boosters does your American Hairless Terrier need?
Enter your companion's age to see which vaccines are due now and when the next boosters are needed.
Choosing well
Adopting a healthy American Hairless Terrier
A check of the kneecaps, hips (Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease) and an eye examination of breeding dogs are recommended.
This information is for guidance only and doesn't replace advice from a veterinarian. If you have any concerns about your pet's health, consult a professional.
