Many people do not have a dog, but there is a desire to have it, and even not simple, but the most petite and charming in the whole world - a dwarf toy terrier. However, often there are many questions to care for him. This article is intended for those who want to make a little friend. In order for the dwarf toy terrier to grow up healthy, well-groomed and delighted the owner with its beautiful appearance, you will have to learn a lot.
The breed of toy terrier and its varieties
Before deciding to purchase a dwarf terrier, it will not be amiss to get acquainted with the history of its origin. The progenitor of Russian and English representatives of the breed is considered the dwarf Manchester Terrier. For the first time in Russia, the English dwarf toy terrier appeared in the second half of the eighteenth century. He gained the greatest popularity in pre-revolutionary times. Then these little dogs lived in the families of aristocrats.
The breed of toy terrier in the post-war period was represented by a significantly smaller number of individuals, but in the middle of the twentieth century, thanks to the considerable work of dog handlers, it was revived. At that time, the English dwarf terrier was significantly different from the Russian representative of the breed.
Long-haired Russian Toy Terrier bred in 1958. The first club was formed in 1996, and a single standard was approved two years later. The dwarf terrier breed quickly gained distribution both in Russia and abroad. It is simply impossible to stay close to this wonderful creature and remain indifferent.
Since 2006, naked and fluffy toy dogs began to represent one breed, and, according to the approved standard, it was called the Russian toy terrier. In this period, this animal belongs to the group of indoor, or decorative, dogs.
Description of the appearance of the mini toyochka
People who are not very keen on dog breeding often confuse miniature breeds such as the toy terrier. Dwarf pinscher, for example, and other representatives of similar species are very small in stature. If you look closely, you can see that the rocks are completely different.
The dwarf toy terrier is a creature whose main purpose is to bring joy to people around, as evidenced by its appearance. It is usually believed that this is a “pocket” dog, but everything will depend on the time of the year: in winter it can be called “bored”, in the summer - “axillary”. Carrying such grace in your pocket is simply inconvenient.
A dwarf toy terrier is a dog that is very similar to a deer because of its slender, straight hind and forelimbs. This is the elegance itself, which is registered in the Guinness Book of Records with a weight of 681 grams as the smallest dog in the whole world. Sometimes there are adult toy terriers whose weight ranges from 900 grams to two kilograms, and the height at the withers is 18-26 cm.
The appearance of miniature pretty people is characterized by the following features:
• Fairly light skeleton.
• The chest is wide.
• The head is small, with a high skull.
• Slightly extended forward pointed dry muzzle.
• The eyes are surprisingly large, convex, dark.
• The ears are large, upright.
• The neck is long.
Along with the age of the dog, its appearance also changes. The colors of the toychik are different, but most often the color of the coat is black or with brown shades. It is possible to distinguish a male from a female only by the behavior of the animal. Currently, there are two types of breed: Russian Longhair Toy Terrier and Shorthair Dwarf Terrier.
The life expectancy of super-small pets is much less than that of medium-sized dogs, and is 12-15 years. But this period is also quite long for such miniature creatures.
What character does the dwarf toy terrier have?
The most important character trait that distinguishes dwarf toy terriers from other miniature dogs is modesty. This is a gentle calm creature that does not miss the opportunity to be alone with the owner and sit in his arms. When the dog sees that the person is not in the mood, she will not pester, but she is always ready to help the owner and protect him from danger. The fearlessness and dedication of toy terriers is clearly expressed here. You also need to know that they are active and cheerful, therefore, they need frequent communication with people.
It is difficult to believe that representatives of this breed protect the housing with dignity, but this is true. Sincerity and great kindness make toy darlings the favorites of the family, they bribe people with their cheerful disposition. Especially popular because of its pretty face is the dwarf Yorkshire Terrier.
How to choose a puppy dwarf terrier?
Making a purchase of a toy terrier is not such a simple matter as it seems. This important event will determine the future life of the owner of the dog. After all, I want the puppy to be healthy, cheerful in the future and not provide unnecessary problems. To satisfy all of these desires, you will have to spend some time.
Before acquiring a puppy, you must know what to pay attention to:
• Inspect the appearance of the animal, as well as observe how it behaves.
• You need to pay attention to his sisters and brothers by litter: they should be active, playful and happy to receive guests.
• Inquire about the parents of the puppy you intend to buy.
And you also need to be aware of the breeder who you are thinking of taking a toy terrier. He must be a good specialist.
Dwarf toy terrier: price
Such a pet, the cost of which is very high, remains for many people who want to become the owner of this interesting decorative dog just a pipe dream. The reasons for the occurrence of such unbearable prices for representatives of this breed remain in question.
It is better to get a puppy from direct breeders. This will guarantee an accurate pedigree of the animal, excellent health, as well as an acceptable cost. A big price will be for a dog intended for breeding, whose parents are champions. Such a puppy will cost in the amount of 24 000 rubles. If it is just a family friend, you can buy it for 10 thousand rubles.
Proper nutrition
In order for the puppy you bought to grow strong and have perfect health, he should properly organize nutrition. There must be a permanent place for feeding. Puppies, whose age is 1.5-3 months, are fed five times a day, from three months to six months the animal should be fed three times a day, and from 6 months the number of feeds should be 2 times (morning and evening).
Dogs do not belong to herbivores, so their menu must include meat. The nutrition of baby-toy should be properly balanced, providing all the feed that is so important for the proper development of the animal. The dog should receive:
• The required amount of animal fat.
• Essential plant matter.
• Vitamins in sufficient quantities.
• Minerals and bicarbonates.
Nowadays, the owner, who is not yet aware of the correct selection of food for his pet, will be able to purchase a ready-made balanced feed in the store.
Health problems
Basically toychiki have quite good health, rarely are exposed to catarrhal diseases. They even look young in old age, although they are considered long-livers. But we should not forget that the dwarf terrier breed is very small and fragile. Most often, toy terriers have a fracture of their legs, especially those that do not receive all the necessary nutrients, vitamins and minerals during feeding.
In addition to fractures of the limbs, miniature dogs are prone to other injuries. Even for tiny pets, it is sometimes impossible to correctly diagnose the disease in order to continue treatment. Small dogs are difficult to tolerate vaccinations. It seems difficult to correctly calculate the required norm of drugs for them.
Features of caring for a mini-dog
Caring for toy terriers is easy. They can easily be trained to walk in the tray. Contact with them does not cause allergies. Once a month, you should pay attention to the ears of the dog, to prevent the accumulation of sulfur, and do an examination of the claws, cutting them in a timely manner.
Do not forget about the eyes of a small miracle. With a cotton swab dipped in warm water, it is necessary to remove the discharge from the corners of the eyes. Anal glands require special attention. They should be freed from accumulated fluid that causes the dog to itch. Like any other dog, the toy terrier should be regularly walked.
Reviews
Anyone who doubts whether to purchase a tiny pet should listen to the following reviews from the holders of these animals:
- Even a person living in a studio apartment can get such pets. The dog will not take up much space.
- It is very convenient to have a four-legged little friend, because toy terriers can be in the same room with other animals. They get along well with them.
- The maintenance of a miniature dog is much cheaper than a dimensional dog.
Currently, the dwarf toy terrier has gained great popularity. Demand for representatives of this breed is high and stable. Such a puppy will bring real happiness to the house. The dwarf terrier is sure to change your life for the better, which confirms the general opinion of all owners of small nimble dogs.