Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso
Classic English fox-hunting terrier. Bold, alert, very active. Lively to the extreme. Intelligent but stubborn. An icon of pubs and classic British TV series.
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Ideal for
- ✓Active families
- ✓Anyone looking for a charismatic dog in a small package
Reconsider if
- ×Homes with pet rodents
- ×Anyone looking for a submissive dog
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Is the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso a good match for you?
Indicative rating from 1 (low) to 5 (high).
💶 Estimated cost of ownership
45-75 €/month
Quality food (€20-35), vet and prevention (€15-25), insurance and parasite control (€5-15), accessories and sturdy toys (€5-15). Being smooth-coated, there is barely any grooming cost.
History and origin
Recognised by the FCI. Originally from England. Classic English fox-hunting terrier.
Temperament and character
Lively, alert, brave. Strong bond with its family. High hunting instinct. Prone to barking. Firm, positive training is essential.
Living together
Children: with respectful older children. **Other dogs:** variable. **Rodents:** high prey drive.
Life stages of the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso
Each stage has its own care priorities. Life expectancy: 12-15 años.
Puppy
0-12 months
Early socialisation and management of its prey drive; reinforcing recall because of its tendency to bolt off.
Young
1-3 years
Plenty of exercise and play to burn off its very high energy; consistent training in the face of terrier stubbornness.
Adult
3-8 years
Weight control, dental health and ophthalmological examination (lens/cataracts).
Senior
8+ years
Annual eye checks, joint monitoring of the kneecaps and adapting exercise.
Care
Exercise: 60-90 min/day + scent games.
Brushing: 2-3 times/week; hand-stripping every 8-10 weeks for the wire coat.
Feeding: matched to its high energy.
Vet: annual check-up.
Care in detail
🍽️ Nutrition
Quality food matched to its high activity level, split into 2 meals. Control the portion: it is greedy, and overweight strains the kneecaps and joints.
✂️ Grooming
Short, smooth, dense coat that is very easy to maintain: weekly brushing with a mitt or slicker to remove dead hair. Moderate shedding. Bathe only when it gets dirty.
🎓 Training
Lively, bold and independent, with a marked prey drive: positive, early and consistent training. Work on recall and tolerance of other dogs. Bores with repetition: short, varied and motivating sessions.
🏃 Exercise
Very high: 1.5-2 hours of physical and mental exercise daily. Loves to run, dig and chase. Be very careful letting it off the lead in open areas because of its hunting drive.
Breed-specific health
Patellar luxation. Retinal atrophy. Life expectancy 12-15 years.
🩺 Health predispositions of this breed
Conditions this breed is more predisposed to. Knowing about them helps with prevention and early detection. A predisposition does not mean the animal will develop them.
Common diseases in dogs
Learn the symptoms, prevention and when to see the vet. Reviewed indicative information that does not replace a veterinary consultation.
Screening and prevention for the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso
Recommended tests and screenings
- ✓PLL DNA genetic test (primary lens luxation)
- ✓Patellar (kneecap) luxation examination
- ✓Ophthalmological evaluation (cataracts, retinal atrophy)
- ✓Cardiac auscultation (congenital pulmonic stenosis)
- ✓BAER hearing test in lines with a history of deafness
Prevention
Buy from breeders who have PLL-tested the parents: lens luxation can lead to glaucoma and blindness. Check the kneecaps and eyes regularly. Its energy and prey drive require plenty of daily exercise to avoid destructive behaviour.
Check-up schedule
Annual check-up including eye and patella examination; cardiac auscultation in puppies. More frequent eye reviews if a PLL carrier. Preventive blood work from 7 years of age.
Warning signs
- !Red, painful eye or a displaced pupil (lens luxation — ocular EMERGENCY)
- !Kneecap slipping or intermittent lameness
- !Murmur, fatigue or exercise intolerance (heart disease)
- !No response to sounds (deafness)
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Frequently asked questions about the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso
- How long does a Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso live? ▾
- The life expectancy of the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso is 12-15 años. A good diet, adequate exercise, annual veterinary check-ups and preventive care can help reach the upper end of that range.
- How much does a Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso weigh? ▾
- An adult Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso weighs between 7-9 kg, depending on its sex, genetics and condition. It is pequeño-mediano.
- Where does the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso breed come from? ▾
- The Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso originates from Inglaterra. Recognised by the FCI. Originally from England. Classic English fox-hunting terrier.
- How much exercise does a Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso need? ▾
- The Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso has muy alta energy. **Exercise:** 60-90 min/day + scent games.
- Is the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso good with children? ▾
- **Children:** with respectful older children. **Other dogs:** variable. **Rodents:** high prey drive.
- Who is the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso NOT recommended for? ▾
- It isn't the right breed for: Homes with pet rodents. Anyone looking for a submissive dog. It's important to choose a breed that's compatible with your lifestyle.
- What health problems does the Fox Terrier de Pelo Liso have? ▾
- Patellar luxation. Retinal atrophy. Life expectancy 12-15 years.
- How does it differ from the Wire Fox Terrier? ▾
- Mainly in the coat: the smooth one is short and needs minimal maintenance (weekly brushing), whereas the wire one needs periodic hand-stripping. The lively, energetic character is practically the same.
- Does it shed? ▾
- It sheds moderately all year despite its short coat. Weekly brushing with a rubber mitt keeps loose hairs well under control.
- How much exercise does it need? ▾
- A lot: it is a very active hunting terrier that needs 1.5-2 hours a day of walking, running and play. Without an outlet it becomes a barker and destructive.
- Can it live with cats or rodents? ▾
- It is tricky: its prey drive is intense. It may live with cats if raised alongside them, but with rodents or rabbits it is inadvisable.
- Is it a good family dog? ▾
- Yes, with older, respectful children and active owners. It is cheerful, brave and loyal, though its energy and stubbornness call for patience and consistent training.
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Sources and references
Content compiled from official breed standards and leading veterinary sources.
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