GROUP 2 - TERRIERS

History

The Czech Terrier is the result of an appropriate crossbreeding between a Sealyham Terrier dog and a Scotch Terrier bitch, with the aim to develop a light, short legged, well pigmented hunting Terrier, with practical drop ears, easy to groom and easy to train. In 1949 Mr. Frantisek Hor k from Kl novice near Prague started to improve the breed by fixing their characteristics. In 1959 these dogs were shown for the first time, and the breed was finally recognised by the FCI in 1963. (1)

Appearance

The Cesky Terrier is a well-muscled, short legged, well-pigmented, hunting terrier of a rectangular format. The Cesky has natural drop ears, a natural tail, and sports a long, silky with slight texture coat in shades of gray from charcoal to platinum (black pigmented) or rarely brown (liver pigmented). The Cesky is longer than it is tall and has a topline that rises slightly to the rear. (2)

Temperament

Balanced, non-aggressive, pleasant and cheerful companion, easy  to train; somewhat reserved towards strangers; of calm and kind disposition. (1)

Care

The coat of the Cesky Terrier is not stripped (dead hair pulled out with the fingers or a special knife) as in other terriers, but rather is clippered. The body and tail are clipped, and the furnishings (hair that hangs down under the body) are left long, as is the hair on the lower legs and on the face (eyebrows, beard, and moustache.) The longer hair should be brushed daily. (2. & 3.)

Sizes

Height at withers between 25 - 32 cm.

Ideal size for a dog = 29 cm, for a bitch = 27 cm.

The weight must not be less than 6 kg and more than 10 kg. (1)

In Conclusion

Now you know a little about the Cesky Terrier you may think that this is the dog for you. Before you make a decision, please make contact with the breed club or your State controlling body for purebred dogs. They will be able to give you information about available puppies and also suggest dog shows where you can see the breed and speak to breeders. In this way you will gain a better perspective of the Cesky Terrier and its needs, and whether this breed would suit your lifestyle.

References

1. DOGSAUSTRALIA.org.au
2. Wikipedia.org
3. "Grooming". Cesky Terrier Club (UK)
   
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