Dwarf toy terrier: description, character traits, care and reviews

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Many people do not have a dog, but there is a desire to get one, and not just a simple one, but the smallest and most charming in the whole world - a dwarf toy terrier. However, often there are many questions about caring for him. This article is for those who dream of having a little friend. In order for the dwarf toy terrier to grow up he althy, be well-groomed and please the owner with his beautiful appearance, you will have to learn a lot.

Toy Terrier breed and its varieties

Before you decide to buy a miniature terrier, it will not be superfluous to familiarize yourself with the history of its origin. The progenitor of the Russian and English representatives of the breed is the dwarf Manchester Terrier. For the first time in Russia, the English dwarf toy terrier appeared in the second half of the eighteenth century. He gained the greatest popularity in pre-revolutionary times. Then these little dogs lived in families of aristocrats.

The toy terrier breed in the post-war period was represented by a significantly smaller number of individuals, but in the middletwentieth century, thanks to the significant work of cynologists, it was revived. At that time, the English Miniature Terrier was significantly different from the Russian representative of the breed.

Long-haired Russian Toy Terrier bred in 1958. The first club was formed in 1996, and a single standard was approved two years later. The dwarf terrier breed quickly became widespread both in Russia and abroad. It is simply impossible to be close to this wonderful creature and remain indifferent.

Since 2006, naked and fluffy toys began to represent one breed, and, according to the approved standard, it was called the Russian Toy Terrier. At this time, this animal belongs to the group of indoor or decorative dogs.

Description of the appearance of the mini-toychika

People who are not well versed in cynology often confuse miniature breeds such as the toy terrier. The miniature pinscher, for example, and other representatives of similar species are very small in stature. If you look closely, you can see that the breeds are completely different.

The Dwarf Toy Terrier is a creature whose main purpose is to bring joy to those around him, as evidenced by his appearance. It is usually believed that this is a “pocket” dog, but everything will depend on the time of year: in winter it can be called “axillary”, in summer - “axillary”. Carrying such finesse in your pocket is simply inconvenient.

Pygmy toy terrier - a dog that is very similar to a deer due to slender, straight rear and frontlimbs. This is elegance itself, which is registered in the Guinness Book of Records with a weight of 681 grams as the smallest dog in the whole world. Sometimes there are adult toy terriers, whose weight ranges from 900 grams to two kilograms, and the height at the withers is 18-26 cm.

The appearance of miniature handsomes is characterized by the following features:

• Pretty light skeleton.

• Broad chest.

• Head small, with high skull.

• Slightly forward pointed dry muzzle.

• Eyes are surprisingly large, prominent, dark.

• Ears are large, erect.• Neck is long.

As the dog ages, so does its appearance. Toychik colors are different, but most often the coat color is black or with brown hues. It is possible to distinguish a male from a female only by the behavior of the animal. There are currently two types of breed: the Russian long-haired toy terrier and the short-haired toy terrier.

Super-small pets have a much shorter lifespan than medium-sized dogs, at 12-15 years. But this period is quite long for such miniature creatures.

What is the personality of a toy terrier?

The most important character trait that distinguishes dwarf toy terriers from other miniature dogs is modesty. This gentle, calm creature does not miss the opportunity to be alone with the owner and sit in his arms. When a dog sees that a person is not in the mood, she will not pester, but is always ready to help her owner and protecthim from danger. Here the fearlessness and dedication of toy terriers is clearly expressed. You also need to know that they are active and cheerful, so they need frequent communication with people.

It's hard to believe that representatives of this breed with dignity protect housing, but it's true. Sincerity and great kindness make Toychiks the favorites of the family, they bribe people with their cheerful disposition. The Miniature Yorkshire Terrier is especially popular because of its cute muzzle.

How to choose the right miniature terrier puppy?

Buying a toy terrier is not as easy as it seems. This important event will determine the future life of the owner of the dog. After all, I want the puppy to be he althy, cheerful and not provide unnecessary problems in the future. It will take some time to satisfy all these desires.

Before purchasing a puppy, you definitely need to know what to look for:

• Examine the appearance of the animal, as well as observe how it behaves.

• You need to pay attention to his sisters and brothers in the litter: they should be active, playful and happy to receive guests. • Find out about the parents of the puppy you intend to buy.

And you also need to be aware of the breeder from whom you are thinking of taking a toy terrier. He must be a good specialist.

Pygmy toy terrier: price

Such a pet, the cost of which is very high, remains for many people who want to become the owner of thisinteresting decorative dog, only a pipe dream. The reasons for such prohibitive prices for representatives of this breed remain in question.

It is better to buy a puppy from direct breeders. This will guarantee the exact pedigree of the animal, excellent he alth, as well as an acceptable cost. A big price will be for a dog intended for breeding work, whose parents are champions. Such a puppy will cost from 24,000 rubles. If it is just a family friend, you can buy it for 10 thousand rubles.

Proper nutrition

In order for the puppy you bought to grow up strong and have perfect he alth, he should properly organize nutrition. There should be a permanent place for feeding. Puppies aged 1.5-3 months are fed five times a day, from three months to six months the animal should be fed three times a day, and from 6 months the number of feedings should be 2 times (morning and evening).

Dogs do not belong to herbivores, so meat must be included in their menu. The nutrition of the baby toy should be properly balanced, providing all the feeds that are so important for the proper development of the animal. Doggy should receive:

• The required amount of animal fats.

• The necessary plant substances.

• Sufficient vitamins.• Minerals and bicarbonates.

In our time, the owner, who is not yet aware of the correct selection of food forhis pet, will be able to purchase ready-made balanced food in the store.

He alth problems

Basically, Toychiks are in fairly good he alth, they rarely get colds. Even in old age they look young, although they are considered centenarians. But we should not forget that the pygmy terrier breed is very small and fragile. Toe fractures are the most common occurrence in toy terriers, especially those that do not receive all the necessary nutrients, vitamins and minerals at the time of feeding.

In addition to broken limbs, miniature dogs are prone to other injuries. It is sometimes impossible for even tiny pets to correctly diagnose the disease in order to further treat it. Small dogs are difficult to tolerate vaccinations. It seems difficult to correctly calculate the required norm of drugs for them.

Features of caring for a mini-dog

Toy Terriers are easy to care for. They can easily be trained to go to the tray. Contact with them does not cause allergies. Once a month, you should pay attention to the ears of the dog to prevent the accumulation of sulfur, and inspect the claws, trimming them in a timely manner.

Don't forget about the eyes of the little miracle. With a cotton swab dipped in warm water, it is necessary to remove discharge from the corners of the eyes. The anal glands require special attention. They should be freed from accumulated fluid, which causes the dog to itch. Like any other dog, the toy terrier should be walked regularly.

Reviews

Any person whodoubts whether to get a tiny pet, should heed the following feedback from the owners of these animals:

• Even a person living in a one-room apartment can get such pets. The dog won't take up much space.
• It is very convenient to have a four-legged little friend, because toy terriers can be in the same room with other animals. They get along well with them.
• Keeping a miniature dog is much cheaper than a large dog.

Currently, the pygmy toy terrier has become very popular. The demand for representatives of this breed is high and stable. Such a puppy will bring real happiness to the house. The Miniature Terrier is sure to change your life for the better, which confirms the general opinion of all owners of small, nimble dogs.