Decorative dogs are becoming increasingly popular, one of these breeds is the toy terrier. The pet feels good about the owner, always treats him with affection and devotion. The pet does not need a lot of space, and caring for his coat will not be difficult. It is important to approach the choice of a pet wisely, in order to later experience only positive emotions from spending time with a toy terrier.
Where can one buy?
Do not consider the market as a place to purchase a thoroughbred animal. A mixture of unknown breeds and a bunch of concomitant diseases can be expected here. Especially for the last paragraph, additional financial investments will be required. If you buy a puppy, then you may encounter the fact that a small toy terrier will have weakened immunity.
Should stop at the breeders who have a good reputation. To do this, it is recommended to attend dog shows, meet useful people. It is customary to collect information about what specialized nurseries and clubs are in the village.
If the breeder has good reviews, then he will take care to arrange the necessary package of documents. The seller, as a rule, should tell the buyer about what conditions are necessary for the maintenance of the toy terrier, what features this breed has.
To form an idea of what kind of dog will be an adult, it is often suggested to look at her parents.
Future pet
Before choosing a toy terrier puppy, you need to understand for yourself what purpose a pet is for. It depends on whether, for example, a pedigree or show dog is bought. Sometimes you just need a pet for the soul.
Puppies of the PET class are recommended for those who are not going to take part in exhibitions. Animals cannot take prizes at exhibitions, as they have small defects. But this does not mean at all that some puppies are not the same as other pets, the features are noticeable exclusively for professionals.
The BRID class is suitable for procreation and maintaining its quality. Sometimes these dogs take part in competitions, but more often than not they take prizes. At a cost they will be slightly more expensive than individuals of the PET class.
The last class is SHOW. Just such puppies are the most expensive. They are ideal for exhibitions, have a special charm.
Pets are necessary only for those who are ready to provide their pet with an exhibition future.
General rules for selection
Outwardly, the baby should resemble a deer. The pet has medium sized breasts and long legs. The dog has a pronounced transition from the chest to the stomach. There are other distinguishing features.
- If you look at the puppy from the side, you will visually get a square. There should be a white spot on the chest and paws.
- When choosing a puppy, you need to pay attention to the testes.
- The toy terrier has bulging rather than bulging eyes.
- The puppy must have a scissor bite.
- The back of the pet always keeps straight.
And also when choosing a toy terrier, you must pay attention to his age. Usually they get a small dog, which is more than 10 weeks old. The baby must be vaccinated twice and the quarantine period. If the puppy is healthy, then there will be no discharge from his eyes. The activity and playfulness of the puppy testifies to a healthy body.
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Russian toy terrier is the smallest terrier in the world. This breed is much more popular than pygmy spitz and chihuahua. Such a pet is not only very decorative, but also a tender animal. The height of the dog is not more than 26 cm. Weight usually ranges from 1.3 to 2.7 kg. A toy terrier lives on average 10-15 years.
It immediately catches the eye that the toy terrier is small in stature. Such a dog is visually much more elegant than a chihuahua. Thanks to a compact physique similar to a square, a pet can easily run and jump for a long time.
Outwardly, in fact, there are no differences between the female and male toy terriers. Their height and weight are the same.
Despite such a small stature, the dog shows mobility, a wide lynx is characteristic of movement.
You should also remember a few differences of the toy terrier from other decorative dogs.
- A pet can be both shorthair and long-haired. Smooth hair adheres to the body of the toy terrier, it is characterized by shine. Long can reach 16 cm, it covers the ears.
- If the toy terrier has a plain coat, then it is better when it is red. Black and white are often referred to as flaws.
- Since the animal is active in character, its main distinguishing feature is mobility. The dog easily finds a common language with other pets.
- The size of a toy terrier is a plus for its owner. Without difficulty, the dog can be transported by public transport.
- Despite the fact that a pet is usually called a pet, it requires walks in the fresh air and contact with other pets.
For a toy terrier constant training is necessary. It is important from the first days to teach a dog not to growl at other animals and people. Puppies like to sleep on the bed of their owners, it is better to wean them from such a habit. The terrier loves walks in the fresh air. Easily makes contact with larger breeds. The dog is devoted to his master, so when he sees strangers, he can begin to bark loudly.
Difference between girls and boys
The right choice of a pet is also the sex of the future pet. It all depends on the ideal of the family where the puppy will live. Often, when buying a toy terrier, they rely on the opinion of the breeder.Sometimes the opinions of the children for whom the gift is intended are taken into account.
The first thing you should pay attention to is whether the owner plans to breed the breed.
Dogs are not able to give birth to puppies, this is both a plus and a minus at the same time.
It is important to consider some points.
- Female toy terriers are usually chosen by those who would like to breed dogs. If there is no goal to become a breeder, then it is better to avoid additional hassle and stay on the boy. Often, in such a breed, complications can arise after a sterilization operation.
- For breeders, you need to remember that pregnancy is almost always material costs. It is necessary to take care of the dog during estrus and childbirth.
- Girls of the toy terrier are suitable for those who love affectionate animals. Such puppies are very loyal and calm. The pet will be neat, especially if you do not forget about walking 2-3 times a day.
When choosing a male toy terrier, you should take care of cleanliness in the house, because the pet loves to mark the territory. Boys are not always willing to make contact with other people. When children are brought up in a family, it is better to choose a toy terrier girl, since it is much easier to make contact with the child.
If a dog is purchased for specialized exhibitions, then most often the owners opt for the male field. The fighting character of the toy terrier will be a plus, but in this case, individuals do not participate in reproduction, but focus exclusively on competition. It is necessary to consider not only the sex of the dog, but also its health. Indeed, if a pet does not have the strength to play with children, then there is no difference whether the puppy shows affection or behaves aggressively towards guests.
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