Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Dogs

Breed:  Terriers

Height: 8-15 inches

Weight: Varies depending on the size

Coat Type: Short, smooth and dense

 

Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is an American hunting terrier, available in small to medium size. The dog is a characteristic low-set, muscular, short-legged terrier with heavy bone density. The canine is energetic, alert and a fast hunter and is easy to train because of its high intelligence level. The breed, if looked after and trained properly, can become a great family pet as it loves the company of humans around. Teddy Roosevelt Terriers are friendly, loving and affectionate breed of dogs. They love to perform activities in the presence of their masters and gain appreciation and applause. Read on the article to get information on the Teddy Roosevelt Breed.

 

It is an American breed that descended from the terriers that were brought over by English miners and working class immigrants. These terriers were then crossed with the Smooth Fox Terrier, Manchester Terrier, Bull Terrier, Beagle, Whippet, Italian Greyhound and the extinct English White Terrier. The Teddy Roosevelt Terriers were used as ratters and got popularized as “Rat Terriers”. The Teddy Roosevelt Terriers breed was recognized by the United Kennel Club on January 1, 1999.

 

Teddy Roosevelt Terriers are low-set, muscular and active small to medium-sized hunting terriers. They are about 8-15 inches long with broad, slightly domed, wedge-shaped head that is exactly proportionate to the size of their body. They have V-shaped ears, which are set at the outside edge of their skull. Mostly, Teddy Roosevelt Terriers are preferred with a docked tail, but ones with natural bob tail or with an upward curve are also accepted. The canines come in white and other solid colors with markings and variety of colored patches. They are evaluated as working breed of terriers.

 

The Teddy Roosevelt breed of terrier is a good companion, but the terrier instinct in the dogs calls in for a little supervision on the part of the owner. The dogs can dig flowerbeds, if left alone without surveillance. The Roosevelt Terriers are energetic and alert and their intelligence makes training easier for them. The breed loves to be in company of humans and will perform any activity along with its owner. It is a friendly and affectionate breed of dog and can prove out to be a good family dog. The Teddy Roosevelt Terriers, because of their protective nature and well-developed instinct, get along well with other children and pets. They are a breed of bold and tenacious hunters with constant flow of energy and great endurance.

 

Allergies, bite problems, hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia are few common problems that might occur in Teddy Roosevelt Terrier breed of dogs.

 

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier requires very little grooming. They are a low maintenance breed. Their nails grow fast and therefore should be clipped from time to time. They require very little to no brushing, because of their short coat. Bath them only when needed.