The toy terrier is a fairly popular breed of four-legged animals.
There are several varieties of such dogs. Among them, Russian and English variations can be distinguished. These subspecies have both similarities and differences. This breed has a number of peculiar characteristics. Some of them are positive, while others, on the contrary, are negative.
The pros and cons of a toy terrier can be found in this article.
Features
The terrier is an original English breed. However, in our country, a certain analogue of a foreign variety is bred. First of all, the Russian toy terrier is different in appearance: the animal has a kind of “fringe” on the ears and paws.
If we consider the direct structure of the pet, it is worth noting that the dog is about 30 cm tall, and the weight usually does not exceed 3 kg. Thus, the Russian breed is much smaller than its English counterpart in size. In addition, the domestic species of the animal has a rather long hairline.
The color of animals can also be very diverse: black, brown, bluish, red. Coloring also happens to be completely monochrome and monotonous or has spots and blotches.
Benefits
Russian toy terrier is one of the many breeds of four-legged pets. Like other pets, this animal attracts many dog breeders and experienced breeders with a number of positive characteristics. In addition, the animal is interesting to those who are just planning to have their first pet. Below are the positive features of this dog.
First of all, it should be noted aesthetically pleasing appearance. The animals are quite attractive, and the little puppies look very moving.Thanks to the pretty appearance of these animals, many girls choose as their pets. In addition, this breed is one of the favorite among children.
Another positive quality, which is a direct result of the miniature size, is ease of maintenance. Due to the fact that the mini-toy terrier is a rather small animal, it can be kept even in urban cramped conditions, for example, in an ordinary small-sized apartment.
It is quite easy to provide the animal with sufficient feed, because the toy terrier is a rather small dog. Thus, even the most high-quality and expensive food will be affordable for every pet lover, because he needs very little.
Russian toy terrier is a mobile dog that is easy to carry from place to place. This characteristic of the animal will be especially relevant if the owner often travels or goes on business trips.
The animal lends itself well to training and training. Thus, you can raise a dog that will easily make contact with people (including young children) and carry out all the commands and tricks of the owner.
The pet of the Russian Toy Terrier breed has a pronounced sense of devotion and loyalty to its owner. For this reason, one can hope that a person will get a true friend. The dog also feels the owner’s mood and adjusts to it.
The animal can be accustomed to the tray, so in bad weather or with a long absence of the owner and any other house troubles, there is hardly an unpleasant puddle.
disadvantages
At the same time, despite a large number of positive characteristics, the toy terrier has many negative features that must be taken into account if it is planned to keep such an animal at home.
First of all, specialists and veterinarians note that due to some physiological characteristics, representatives of the breed have a very brittle skeleton. Due to the fact that Russian toy terriers themselves are quite active, they are subject to permanent injuries. In addition, any cracks or fractures in the bone skeleton will grow together for quite some time. Accordingly, the pet will need expensive treatment and consultation of veterinarians.
In no case should you self-medicate - you must definitely seek help from professionals.
Due to the fact that toy terriers are quite small, they are susceptible to a number of diseases. The treatment processes for such ailments are quite difficult and lengthy. This is due to the small size of the animal, which greatly complicates the diagnostic process.
It is very important to pay special attention to animals during street walks. The thing is that pets are very active and can get into various troubles, for example, come into conflict with a larger dog and, as a result, get serious injury.
Animals do not tolerate low temperatures and can freeze even in summer. It is for this reason that it will not be amiss to purchase special clothing for dogs.
Dogs of the Russian Toy Terrier breed are wary of unfamiliar and alien people, and may show aggression and anger towards them. At the same time, animals cannot tolerate loneliness, and a long absence of the owner can negatively affect both the mental and physiological state of the pet.
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