Human orientation
High Score: The Brazilian Terrier is drawn to people and wants to be close to his family. The expression of this trait depends on upbringing and experience.
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Brazilian terrier
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History of the Brazilian Terrier breed
Origin: Brazil
The breed probably originated in the 19th century from Jack Russells and Fox Terriers, although the exact origins are unknown. In Brazil, it was valued for finding and controlling small prey, and it is rare outside the country. The breed is recognized by the Brazilian Club and the FCI, and in 2023 the AKC included it in the Foundation Stock Service.
Brazilian Terrier (Fox-Paulistinha) - a small short-haired terrier, energetic, loud and brave. He is very attached to his family, but wary of strangers, with a strong hunting instinct. Needs daily exercise, early training and control around small animals.
Sizeaverage
OriginBrazil
Life is nearby
Suitable for active people who walk and exercise with their dog every day. At home, he is very attached to his family and protects it, so he barks at strangers. Without movement and activities, one gets bored and creates problems.
Walks
A healthy adult dog needs about 80-90 minutes of walks and active play every day, as well as mental tasks. Without it, he gets bored and barks. The load of puppies and elderly dogs is adjusted with the veterinarian.
Training
Intelligent, but stubborn and independent. Early socialization and consistency in positive reinforcement work best. Experienced owners can handle it more easily.
Care
Short, smooth wool is combed approximately once a week, more often in spring and autumn. They bathe about once a month or as needed. Teeth are brushed daily, ears checked monthly, claws trimmed every three to four weeks.
Children
Kind and friendly to his family, can get along well with children under supervision. Energetic, so an adult monitors contact.
Other animals
The hunting instinct is strong, so small animals (rodents, cats) should not be trusted. Early socialization is required with dogs.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
High score for learnability: Brazilian Terrier dogs are usually fast learners and do not tolerate boredom.
Zooaggression
Average score: contact with other dogs requires evaluation, and with small animals - special caution due to the hunting instinct.
Health and reproductive risks
The British cohort does not provide a comparable survival estimate for the Brazilian Terrier breed. The absence of the mentioned risks does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases, and parents should be checked in any case.
Ease of care
High rating: caring for the coat of the Brazilian Terrier breed is reduced to weekly brushing and basic procedures.
Health
Dislocation of the patella
Patella dislocation is mentioned as a possible risk. Signs: periodic limping or "jumping" on the hind leg. Diagnosis and treatment, sometimes surgical, is prescribed by a veterinarian. Other conditions described include hip dysplasia, epilepsy, allergic skin diseases, and ear infections.
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