Miniature Fox Terrier
Puppy
Fully Grown
Miniature Fox Terriers are the pocket rocket versions of their cousin, the Fox Terrier. Almost half their weight and size, they are faster than their bigger counterparts and have more chase and hunting instinct in their blood.
Mini Foxies, as they are often called, are brave, intelligent, explosive and full of action. They need to be well trained, as they will hunt for pleasure and won't distinguish between a venomous snake and a harmless one.
Like a standard Fox Terrier, Mini Foxies want adventure, preferably a few times a day. They love to roughhouse and investigate new things and are always open for new activates. To get your partnership off to the right start it is important to use lots of motivation and consequences in their upbringing.
They love to dig outside for snails or any other small animals. Important: Don't use any snail bait or rat poison when living with a Miniature Fox Terrier.
Mini Fox Terriers play rough with other dogs and early socialisation is of upmost importance, along with teaching them clear boundaries.
| Weight: | 3.5-5.5 kg |
| Health risk: | Low |
| Life expectancy: | 12-14 years |
| Coat: | Medium |
| Grooming intensity: | Low |
| Monthly cost (food): | Low |
| Trainability: | Medium |
| Activity level: | High |
There are many sources to get your Mini Fox Terrier from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Mini Fox Terrier to adopt:
To help your rescued Mini Fox Terrier to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Mini Fox Terrier from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
