Czech Terrier

Český teriér

Czech Terrier – head — Photo: Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Czech Terrier – front view — Photo: Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 4.0, source

Key facts

FCI group	3. Terriers
Country of origin	Czechia
Category	Small
Height at withers	25–35 cm
Weight	5.5–10 kg
Life span	12–15 years

Recognition features

Long, soft, slightly wavy grey-blue or brown coat
Beard and brows, low long build
Tail carried up and slightly angled, semi-long folded ears

Purpose

Created in 1949 by František Horák by crossing Scottish and Sealyham terriers for hunting in forests; FCI-recognised in 1963.

History

Breeder František Horák of Klánovice created the breed in 1949. FCI granted full recognition in 1963.

Coat

Long, silky, slightly wavy coat; grey-blue or brown.

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