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(Mini Fox Terrier) (Mini Foxi) (Mini Foxie) The Miniature Fox Terrier breed is known as the 'Mini Foxie' in its native Australia. There are only three permitted color combinations: black and white, tan and white, and tri color (black, white and tan). Full-colored coats are not permitted. The coat must be short, fine, and smooth – a wiry or coarse coat is considered a fault. The Miniature Fox Terrier has pointed, erect ears set high on the skull - however ear tips that fold over slightly are not faulted. The eyes are dark in color, medium sized and oval in shape. The mouth has a strong jaw with a regular bite – overshot or undershot jaws are considered faults. The length of the body should be in proportion to its height. The foot of the adult Mini Foxie is a distinctive oval shape, not round. Pups have round shaped feet for a few months, gradually maturing to an oval shaped foot. The tail can be docked or undocked, or it can be a natural bobtail. The Mini Foxie is a fine boned dog; weight should never exceed 12 pounds.
The Mini Foxie is good with children - as long as they are treated well. They make loving, very loyal pets and fearless watchdogs. The breed usually gets along with other pets of the same size or larger. It is not safe to leave them alone with household pets smaller than themselves - like all terriers it is their instinct to hunt and destroy vermin and they cannot tell the difference between the two.
The Mini Fox Terrier is bred to have a strong constitution. Breeders (members of the Mini Foxie Club of Australia) screen breeding stock to ensure that no genetic problems are passed on. When properly cared for, this terrier can live up to fourteen years.
The Mini Fox Terrier has been bred in Australia since the 1800s. It is theorized that the Smooth Fox Terrier was crossed with the Manchester Terrier. The smaller puppies were then possibly bred with other small breeds, such as the dogs now known as the English Toy Terrier. The goal was to create a light, fast dog with the characteristics of the Fox Terrier, but small enough to be able to hunt smaller pests such as rabbits and rodents. Mini Foxies breed true to type and outcrossing to other breeds is forbidden.
This breed does not need a great deal of maintenance. Their coats are short - and they are always shown in a natural state. Their toenails must be clipped on a regular basis.
The Mini Foxie can be both a working terrier and an excellent small family dog, either in an apartment or in a house, as long as they are kept active. They are intelligent and enjoy games, and playing with toys. They should get plenty of exercise.
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Your dog may also have other allergies such as food - you should see your Vet for a diagnosis - medication is now readily available to relieve most allergy symptoms
My litlle Oreo 'toy fox' was in bad shape when I got him a ring of missing fur and hot pink skin it and a crazy amount of fleas! But I got him some skin care from petco ":Hartz hydrocotisone spray with aloe". It work for him.....
I had a similar situation where I adopted a 3 year old mini fox. He slept when he first got to my apartment and was a pretty calm dog. But eventually came around. We are in a training class now and he is still a pretty mellow dog but I think the longer he is with you the more you will start to see his personality come out.
It wouldn't be fair to a pet to leave him in the house or apartment all day without companionship. Dogs are social creatures and need family or pack around them. How would we feel if we were left alone for 9-10 hours a day everyday with only two 30 minute walks per day to keep our bodies and minds stimulated.
no, its not safe for it to be alone like that outside, like all small prey it can be taken by a hawk or an animal thats loose with rabies, you never know what can appear in your yard at any time
Alfie (male, right 18 months old) and Louie (female, left 14 months old) in the tropical wet season of North Queensland, Australia
Age :
7 months
Name:
Sevastian
Color:
tan and white
Description:
loving and great with other animals
Age :
2.5 years
Name:
Maggie
Color:
black/white
Description:
wonderful nature fun and full on loves to cuddle and belly scratchs.begs and sits.goes to work in the truck everyday otherwise will sulk haha
Age :
6 months
Name:
Sevastian Garcia
Color:
brown,and white
Description:
cute male dog loves to play
Age :
4 years
Name:
cougar
Color:
white and tan
Description:
she is my bride and jot
Age :
5 months
Name:
sevastian
Color:
white and brown
Description:
hiper
Age :
2
Name:
Benji
Color:
Tri
Description:
Sleepy
Age :
3 years
Name:
Tschonnie
Color:
tri coloured
Description:
petite little 3.7 kilo girl . So affectionate and fun.
Age :
3 months
Name:
Luna
Color:
white tan
Description:
she is sleeping in her little bed with her toy pig
Age :
2yrs
Name:
luci
Color:
tan/white
Description:
NICE STANDARD AND CORRECT SIZE AROUND 11 INCHES, NICE EARS & CORRECT...NOT TO LONG IN LEG, NICE SQUARE BODY.
PUPPIES ARE TOP QUALITY & FROM QUALITY PARENTS.
Age :
28 months
Name:
Sorbet
Color:
Black,White,Tan
Description:
Sorbet is my beatifuly mini foxy. She is very affectionate loving,warm and of course playful!
Age :
2 months old
Name:
Lilly
Color:
White with Black
Description:
Loves running, pulling toys to bits and kiss'n'cuddles.
Age :
9
Name:
Lady
Color:
white with black
Description:
mini fox terrer
Age :
9
Name:
Lady
Color:
white with black
Description:
mini fox terrer
Age :
1 year
Name:
Lorna
Color:
White, Black and Blue
Description:
love her so much...
Age :
2 months
Name:
Lily
Color:
White with black
Description:
This is my 2 month old puppy Lily, I've only had her a week and she is a very easy dog to train.
Age :
12 weeks
Name:
Cody
Color:
Blk Wht
Description:
Just a bundle of fun.
Age :
3
Name:
Chloe Leigh
Color:
white body black mask
Description:
Cutest, sweetest, and most playful little girl.
Age :
1
Name:
Spot
Color:
White and black spots
Description:
he is very playful and friendly
Age :
2
Name:
Capone
Color:
Tri-Color
Description:
Capone is my 2yr old mini fox terrier ... he has an "outspoken" personality and can be quite a handful sometimes. He is fiercely loyal and loves attention.
Age :
16 months
Name:
Tiny
Color:
tan
Description:
SOOOOO CUTE
Age :
2 years
Name:
Mochi and Ginger
Color:
Tan and White
Description:
MFCA registered dogs. USA. Racing through a mountain stream. Photo used with the permission of the Mini Foxie Club of Australia Inc.
Age :
1 year
Name:
Heidi
Color:
Tan and White
Description:
MFCA registered. Diminutive and elegant, Heidi is an example of the smaller Mini Foxies. Height stands at just 9.5 inches. Photo used with the permission of the Mini Foxie Club of Australia Inc.
Age :
8 weeks old
Name:
Davmac Sophie, Jack & Buster
Color:
tri
Description:
MFCA registered puppies. Photo used with the permission of the Mini Foxie Club of Australia Inc
