BRAZILIAN TERRIER

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FOX PAULISTINHA

Fci Breed Standard

History

The Terrier Brasileiro or Fox Paulistinha, as called in Brazil, is a medium size

terrier breed. During the 19th and early 20th century, many young Brazilians

studied at univerities in France and Great Britain. They often returned back to

Brazil with a horse and a dog. These French and British terriers then mixed up

with local small yard dogs. An important ancestor to the Terrier Brasileiro is

undoubtedly the Parson russel terrier, and there are a lot of similarities within

these two breeds. Thanks to a number of healthy breeds of origin, the Terrier

Brasileiro has remained relatively free of degeneration symptoms.

Character and use

In Brazil the Terrier Brasileiros are usually kept as pets, but they are also

higly respected as hunting- and guard-dogs ( not biting but alerting ). They love to

learn and are filled with energy. They make great agility and even circus dogs. If

you are hiker or a jogger, the Terrier Brasileiro will easily keep up with you. They

fit every home, whether located in the city or in the country side, with a large

family or a single person. The Terrier Brasileiro does it best if given a lot of time,

attention and love. In responce they will undoubtedly entertain you, and will

bring you great joy!

Height and weight

Male       35-40cm  Max. 10 kg
Female   33-38cm  Max. 10 kg

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