Temperament: The Toy Fox Terrier may be a small dog but it is very robust, just like most of the Terrier family. It is a robust, intelligent, curious and active dog that remains active throughout its life. This dog is loyal, affectionate and sensitive. This is a dog that has high energy levels and is curious. This breed has all the Terrier qualities and will still hunt and kill mice and rats, so small pets like rats and rabbits are not a good idea with this breed.
The Toy Fox Terrier is small but will still need a firm and consistent leader to achieve its natural balance and bring out the best in the breed. Small dog syndrome is not good and this breed, if you think you are the leader of the pack, will become rowdy and overly demanding. This dog is great for training and with his smart and sharp brain he learns quickly. The Toy Fox Terrier is used to assist the disabled and can work well for the hard of hearing and other disabled groups in the home. This dog is good with children as long as the child understands that he is a small leader. The dog will remain a puppy as his whole life, which is 13 to 14 years.
Health Issues: While, above all, this is a good healthy breed of dog, there are lines that can get suffocation or Legg-Calve-Perthes, a syndrome that is of the hip joint and is degenerative, both of which can be see in the Toy breeds. Diet is important with this breed as allergies to corn, beet pulp, and wheat can develop.
Grooming: The Toy Fox Terrier is easy to keep smart and clean, all that is needed is to brush the coat from time to time. This breed is light.
Living Conditions: The Toy Fox Terrier is good at apartment living and is happy and active in an apartment, without the need for a garden. This dog will still need good daily walks as he is an active breed and therefore needs to release a lot of energy and satisfy his need to look and explore well.