Wire Haired Fox Terriers for Adoption
Posted March 5, 2009 
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One of the dog breeds that I might look at when the time is right is the Wire Haired Fox terrier. I have fond memories of children’s push-along toys that used this breed as the model! In real life, this is a breed of dog that is sturdy and tough in spite of its small size. The Wirehaired Fox Terrier does not shed a lot of hair, but the Smooth Haired Fox Terrier loses lots of fur. To me the smooth coated Fox Terrier (pictured below) is much less attractive. Also, after experiencing Kev’s exuberant moulting all over the house I would prefer to find a dog that sheds a little less. That is easy to say in advance, but of course if you fall in love with a dog at first sight all those considerations fly out of the window!
One thing I need to check about this breed of dog is the famous terrier temperament. In common with other terriers the characteristics that can be challenging are:
- lively, bossy, stubborn, impulsive and keen to chase and bark.
These dogs need plenty of stimulation and exercise,needing regular opportunities to let off steam. Recall can be a problem as they forget everything else when there is something to chase, so many Wire Haired Fox Terriers need to be kept on an extending lead when they go out.
With such an inquisitive and energetic breed, high fences are another must – but it is a bad idea to leave them – or any dog, in fact – unattended in the garden.
This is a fairly long lived breed, often reaching the age of 14 as long as they receive pet supplements and a good diet. There are plenty of rescue centres here in the UK, specialising in rehoming Wire Haired Fox Terriers.
i have just lost my beloved Olive, a wire-haired fox terrier female. The last years of her life were blind ones, but we managed. She trusted me completely. I miss her so much, the flat is so empty. I am hoping to adopt a wire because I know them so well. I am 53 years old, reasonably solvent, and home all day and night. I do not take holidays and could give the right dog the home it needs.
Hi, i have to re-home Digby as we are travelling abroad in our retirement. I am very upset as Digby doesn’t travel long distances well. He is 11 now but still has the same energy as when i got him 10 years ago. He is a character and needs someone who is mostly at home for companionship. He’s ok with children can be a bit grumpy to other dogs he doesn’t know ie when out on walks. He doesn’t like being closed in a room. When i go out i give him the run of downstairs and he just sits on the stairs awaiting my return. He attached himself to me and loves a fuss he prefers women to men and is loving. He sleeps just outside my bedroom door though would prefer to be in my room. My husband won’t allow this. He does spend the night in my room when it thunders or if the wind is howling. He’s adorable mainly white with grey, head is light beige. He has got the beginnings of a cataract in one eye but manages ok. He is doctored and is fully innoculated and has his yearly vets checkup. No charge for him i just need to find a kind person to give him love and care. His mum dad and older sister lived until they were 15 16 and 14 respectively. phone 01304 339235 i’m in dover kent. if still looking for pet Regards Jan
Hi
Have just given back my Mum’s pair of WH fox terriers after she had extensive medical treatment. They lived with us for nine weeks and we would dearly love to have one of our own. The House is so empty without them. I can show photos of them having a great time and also have references if required.
Cheshire but will collect if necessary
Su 07971 498872 THANKS!!
when the time came to have to have my whft “charlie” put to sleep I lost a friend, a family member.
six years have passed and I miss him still, he went everywhere i went, n.s.e.w. he hated being stuck at home, he sat in the front seat of the car and watched the world go by, he sang as we drove thru areas he liked to run free in,if anyone has a whft and they cant cope or needs a rest for what ever reason, please feel free to contact me
im no expert by any means but do know how to live with these little fellows
t@4-everyone.com
Katherine. i’m wondering if you had found a wft yet? Where do you live?THANKS……..LYNN