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# The Jagdterrier: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Germany
A small German hunting terrier, lively, hardy and versatile.
Size SmallLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €86/monthPuppy €500 – €800
[Find a breeder 9](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=jagdterrier)
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 Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Good
First-time owners Good
Other pets Fair
Tolerance of being alone Good
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Enduring: It is a small dog capable of maintaining regular physical activity without getting discouraged.
- Versatile: Its selection for hunting has made it a dog at ease in varied contexts.
- Compact: Its small size makes daily handling easier while retaining real sturdiness.
- Strong hunting instinct: It can complicate living with small animals and recall outdoors.
- High activity needs: A lack of physical and mental exercise can lead to frustration.
- Strong-willed temperament: He needs a consistent framework to remain well-balanced on a daily basis.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: The breed is well-suited to people who can provide long, regular outings.
- Working dog enthusiasts: Its taste for action and cooperation is well expressed in structured activities.
- Country or nature living: It particularly appreciates environments where it can often burn off energy.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary people: The Jagd Terrier does not cope well with a routine lacking in activity and stimulation.
- Households with unsecured small animals: Its chase instinct can be a real point to watch out for.
- Very permissive owners: Vague or inconsistent training can make it harder to manage.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
37 cmJagdterrier
- Height at the withers
- 33–40 cm
- Weight
- 7–10 kg
- Coat
- Short, dense
- FCI group
- 3
- Origin
- Germany
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Jagdterrier in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The development of the Jagd Terrier began in Germany shortly after the First World War, when hunters wanted to create a terrier entirely focused on hunting, with obedience, versatility, tenacity and an aptitude for working in varied environments, including water. The selection was notably based on black and tan Fox Terriers, then on contributions from the Old English Wirehaired Terrier and the Welsh Terrier. The breed was then definitively recognized by the FCI in 1954.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Jagd Terrier is a small dog of compact and well-proportioned build, very slightly longer than it is tall at the withers. Its body is solid, the back straight and muscular, the chest deep and the gait ample and free. The head is rather elongated, the muzzle strong, the eyes dark with a determined expression and the V-shaped ears set high. The coat is black, dark brown or grizzled black with well-defined tan markings.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Jagd Terrier is a courageous, hardy dog, full of vitality and temperament. Very committed to work, it proves reliable, sociable and generally neither shy nor aggressive. Its hunting instinct remains pronounced, which strongly influences its day-to-day behavior.
Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
The Jagd Terrier needs a lot of activity and tolerates prolonged inactivity poorly. It can live just as well in the city as in the countryside if it benefits from long outings, games and regular stimulation. Its energy, its enthusiasm and its chasing instinct require a consistent and active framework.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Jagd Terrier likes to work and to please its owner. Its training must be carried out consistently, without brutality or laxness, favoring encouragement and reward. Well guided, it quickly learns the expected behaviors and responds well to a clear framework.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Jagdterrier
The Jagd Terrier generally remains more affordable than certain highly sought-after companion breeds, but the price varies depending on the quality of the lineage, the seriousness of the breeding and the follow-up offered. The overall cost must also include routine maintenance and expenses related to an active dog.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/jagdterrier/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Jagd Terrier is a robust, hardy and enduring dog, with overall solid health. The breed is not known for accumulating a large number of systematic frailties, but regular monitoring remains important, especially in very active individuals.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/jagdterrier/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Jagd Terrier needs a high-quality diet, rich in protein and adapted to its age, its size and its activity level. A moderately active companion dog will not have the same needs as an individual used regularly for hunting.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/jagdterrier/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Jagd Terrier is also known under the names Jagdterrier, German Hunting Terrier and Deutscher Jagdterrier. Its selection was designed above all for efficiency in hunting, which explains its strong-willed temperament, its versatility and its endurance despite its small size.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Jagdterrier
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Jagd Terrier suitable for apartment living?
Yes, it can live in an apartment if its exercise needs are genuinely met every day. Without sufficient activity, its energy and hunting instinct can become difficult to channel.
### Is the Jagd Terrier suitable as a first dog?
It may suit a motivated beginner, but it remains easier to manage for an active, consistent person who is ready to guide a lively dog with a strong hunting instinct.
### Does the Jagd Terrier get along well with other animals?
Caution is recommended, as the breed retains a fairly pronounced prey drive. Early socialization improves cohabitation, but it does not completely eliminate this trait.
## Find a Jagdterrier breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Jagdterrier breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Jagdterrier breeders in Normandy3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/normandy)
### Jagdterrier breeders by country
[15 breeders of Jagdterrier in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/italy) [9 breeders of Jagdterrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier) [8 breeders of Jagdterrier in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/germany) [7 breeders of Jagdterrier in Finland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/finland) [4 breeders of Jagdterrier in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/denmark) [2 breeders of Jagdterrier in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/spain) [1 breeder of Jagdterrier in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/austria) [1 breeder of Jagdterrier in Croatia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/croatia) [1 breeder of Jagdterrier in Romania](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier/romania)
[All breeders of Jagdterrier in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier)
## Ready to welcome a Jagdterrier?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-jagdterrier)
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