Japanese terrier

Other names: Nihon Teria, Japanese Terrier

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Hair type	Short
Origin	Japan
Template	Small
Head shape	Long

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 3 kg to 6 kg	From 30 cm to 35 cm
Male	From 3 kg to 6 kg	From 30 cm to 35 cm

History of the breed

the   Japanese terrier   is, as the name suggests, originated in Japan, but it is from Fox Terriers haired Dutch smooth as the breed was developed from the 17th ^century. To do this, she benefited from contributions from local dogs, in particular pointers from Nagasaki. Highly prized by the ladies he kept company, the Japanese Terrier began to be well-organized in breeding from the 1920s and his standard was set over the following decade. He was not spared by World War II, which, like most dogs, saw his numbers literally collapse.

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Physical features

His hair: very short, measuring only 2 millimeters, smooth, dense and shiny.
Its color: tricolor (black, tan and white head) or bicolor (white with black or fawn spots / patches).
His head: well proportioned to the whole. The skull is flat and slightly narrow, the stop moderately marked, the nose black, the muzzle straight, the lips not thick and tight, the teeth strong and articulated in scissors and the cheeks dry.
Its ears: relatively small, thin, V-shaped, set high and falling forward.
His eyes: dark, medium in size and oval in shape.
Its body: light, harmonious, distinguished and writable in a square, the height at the withers being equal to the length. The neck is of moderate length and strong, going thickening towards the shoulders. The withers are well out, the back short and firm, the loins and the croup slightly arched, the chest well let down without being broad, the ribs well sprung and the belly raised.
Its tail: quite fine, slightly curved towards the tip and carried at a moderate height when the dog is in action.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

the   Japanese Terrier is a companion dog with a pleasant and outgoing character . Active, affectionate and always ready to play , he gets along quite well with children and his peers. The Japanese Terrier is also appreciated for its liveliness and intelligence . Being a terrier to the core, it should be cautious if you have small pets in the home, especially rodents.

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Education

The intelligence and the playful character of the Japanese Terrier constitute real assets in its education. By encouraging and rewarding him , we manage to teach him the basics of behavior in a relatively short time. Of course, a minimum of firmness is necessary to remain the master in his eyes, but that excludes any form of brutality against him.

Living conditions

the   Japanese Terrier adapts to all lifestyles , simply asking to be sheltered from harsh climatic conditions.

Health

the   Japanese terrier   is to be protected from cold and bad weather due to its very short coat. There is no predisposition to any particular disease or abnormality in this breed.

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

the   Japanese terrier   loses very little hair and its maintenance is not very restrictive . He only claims basic care.

It is recommended to brush the dog once a week and to wash it only occasionally so as not to damage its protective layer of sebum. Its hair, ears, eyes and pads should be examined after each outing in the wild to detect and remove any debris or external parasites.

His teeth need to be brushed frequently to remove tartar build-up and the proliferation of bacteria. Finally, if they do not wear out naturally, its claws need to be cut. If you are new to this, it is recommended that you seek advice from a veterinarian or groomer.

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Food

The Japanese Terrier needs a quality diet , adapted to his level of physical activity, his age and his size. Its food is to be divided into 2 meals per day .

Physical activity

Without being hyperactive, the Japanese Terrier needs long enough daily outings to allow him to be stimulated on all levels: physical, mental, emotional, sense. He appreciates the moments shared outside with his master, whether it be a simple walk or games that call on his remarkable skills (intelligence and skill).

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