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Dogs
# The Fox Terrier: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
A small lively, courageous British terrier, always ready for action.
Size SmallLife expectancy 10–13 yearsBudget ≈ €75/monthPuppy €600 – €1,000
[Find a breeder 30](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=fox-terrier)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Limited
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Lively and courageous: He is a small, very alert terrier who likes to act, explore and take part in everyday life.
- Playful with his family: He enjoys interactions, games and shared activities, especially with respectful children.
- Rather sturdy: The breed is generally resilient when it benefits from good care and a suitable lifestyle.
- Stubborn temperament: His training requires consistency, because he can quickly test limits and does not obey automatically.
- Strong hunting instinct: Living with small animals and recall can be tricky without serious socialization.
- High activity needs: This dog does not tolerate boredom well and can become noisy or agitated if he does not get enough exercise.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: The Fox Terrier suits people who are available to go out, play, and channel its energy every day.
- House with a garden: A spacious and well-enclosed environment better matches its active and curious temperament.
- Committed families: It fits in well with relatives who are ready to train it, socialize it, and share real activities.
Not recommended for
- Sedentary people: Its energy and need for stimulation are not suited to a very calm lifestyle.
- Living with small animals: Its predatory instinct can make life difficult with NACs or fragile animals.
- Apartment without real outings: Its small size does not make up for a lack of daily physical and mental exercise.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
36 cmFox Terrier
- Height at the withers
- 33–39 cm
- Weight
- 6–9 kg
- Coat
- Short, smooth or harsh
- FCI group
- 3
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Fox Terrier in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
Of British origin, the Fox Terrier is among the oldest terrier breeds. It was selected for fox and vermin hunting, with the desired qualities being speed, courage, determination and a fairly compact size to work in the den. The first breed standard was written in 1876 and today two varieties are distinguished, smooth-haired and wire-haired, both of which have also become popular companion dogs.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Fox Terrier is a small harmonious, lively and proud dog, built for action. Its back is short and solid, its chest well let down without being wide, and its elongated head carries V-shaped ears falling forward. The coat is predominantly white with tan and/or black markings. Depending on the variety, the coat is either smooth, straight and dense, or harsh and wiry with a more pronounced beard and moustache.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Fox Terrier is a dog brimming with energy, alert, courageous and intelligent. Very playful, it is affectionate with its family and particularly enjoys shared activities. Its hunting instinct nevertheless remains pronounced, as does its strong-willed temperament, which makes it a lively and determined companion rather than a placid dog.
Affectionate Playful Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the Fox Terrier needs to move, explore and be mentally stimulated to stay balanced. He likes to keep an eye on his environment, can be prone to barking if nothing channels his energy and copes poorly with boredom. His relationship with other animals depends greatly on early socialization, because he readily tends to want to take the upper hand and to chase small animals.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Fox Terrier requires a firm, consistent and early education, without brutality. It is an intelligent but stubborn dog, which easily tests limits if the framework lacks consistency. Careful socialization, stable rules and work based on motivation, play and rewards make it possible to obtain a pleasant and better controlled dog.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Fox Terrier
The purchase price of the Fox Terrier varies mainly depending on the lineage, the reputation of the breeding kennel, compliance with the standard and the follow-up offered. It is also preferable to think in terms of annual maintenance cost, because this active terrier requires proper food, preventive care and sometimes more regular grooming in the wire-haired version.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/fox-terrier/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Fox Terrier is overall a resilient dog and rather robust for its size. Like many active terriers, it benefits above all from a regular lifestyle, a stable weight and preventive veterinary follow-up. Particular vigilance remains useful on certain orthopedic, ocular, cardiac and digestive points reported in the breed.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/fox-terrier/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Fox Terrier needs a complete, digestible diet adapted to its activity level. Good-quality kibble, given in measured portions, generally suits this lively terrier very well, as it expends a lot of energy on a daily basis.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/fox-terrier/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The name Fox Terrier recalls its historical function as a fox specialist, which it had to flush out right into its den. The breed is often associated with an elegant look of a small hunting dog, proud and always alert. The two varieties, smooth-haired and wire-haired, share the same lively temperament, even if their maintenance differs clearly.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Fox Terrier
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Fox Terrier suited to apartment living?
Not really as a first choice. Even though it is small, the Fox Terrier is better suited to a house with outdoor space or a very active lifestyle, with long outings and real daily activities.
### Is the Fox Terrier suitable for a family with children?
Yes, it can live very well with respectful children, as it is playful and energetic. As always, interactions must be supervised and the dog properly socialized and trained.
### Does the Fox Terrier get along with other animals?
This is not its strong point. Its hunting instinct and assertive nature require early socialization and great caution, especially with small animals.
## Find a Fox Terrier breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Fox Terrier breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Fox Terrier breeders in Normandy6](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/normandy) [Fox Terrier breeders in Grand Est4](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/grand-est) [Fox Terrier breeders in Hauts-de-France4](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/hauts-de-france) [Fox Terrier breeders in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/auvergne-rhone-alpes)
### Fox Terrier breeders by country
[48 breeders of Fox Terrier in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/germany) [30 breeders of Fox Terrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier) [28 breeders of Fox Terrier in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/italy) [9 breeders of Fox Terrier in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/denmark) [8 breeders of Fox Terrier in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/austria) [3 breeders of Fox Terrier in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/spain) [3 breeders of Fox Terrier in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/united-kingdom) [2 breeders of Fox Terrier in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/netherlands) [1 breeder of Fox Terrier in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/finland) [1 breeder of Fox Terrier in Poland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier/poland)
[All breeders of Fox Terrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier)
## Ready to welcome a Fox Terrier?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-fox-terrier)
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