Human orientation
Likes to be around people and willingly spends time together.
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Japanese terrier
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History of the Japanese Terrier breed
Origin: Japan
Bred in Japan by crossing smooth-haired fox terriers, which were brought from the Netherlands to Nagasaki in the 17th century, with small pointers or small local dogs. They were kept mainly as house dogs in the port cities of Kobe and Yokohama. Purposeful breeding began around 1920, and the type was largely established by 1930.
The Japanese terrier (Nihon teriya) is a small (about 30-33 cm) square-built dog with a very short, smooth, shiny coat. Fast, lively and cheerful. White base with black and red spots, tricolor head. Most often, a companion who likes to be around people. Like many terriers, needs training and active games.
SizeMala
OriginJapan
Life is nearby
Well suited for living in an apartment with daily walks and games. Likes to be around people. Short fur does not protect well from the cold, so clothes are needed in winter.
Walks
Moderate Daily walks and games. Lively, likes to run and play.
Training
Quick and smart, but terrier independence requires patience. Classes are short, with treats. Early socialization helps to raise a well-balanced dog.
Care
The very short, smooth coat, about 2 mm long, requires minimal maintenance: wiping with a wet glove or brush once a week. Claws are trimmed, ears and teeth are inspected.
Children
Lively and cheerful, usually friendly with children. Small children and the dog are not left unattended, because the dog is fragile. Children are taught not to lift it without help.
Other animals
The terrier's instinct is aimed at rodents, so small animals are not left unattended. It usually gets along with dogs and cats after early socialization.
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
Quick, but independent, the terrier character requires patience.
Zooaggression
Generally friendly, but perceives rodents as prey.
Health and reproductive risks
There is no comparable survival estimate for the breed in the British cohort used. Among the described breed risks: dislocation of the patella; examination of the parents is confirmed with the veterinarian.
Ease of care
Very short hair does not require complex care.
Health
Dislocation of the patella
Dislocation of the patella is manifested by periodic "jumping" on the hind leg. Mild forms are often only controlled, and severe ones may require surgery. It is better to ask the breeder about similar cases in the pedigree.
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