Life expectancy

15 years

Age adult

11 months

Height (Shoulder height)

32 cm

Weight

6 kg

Coat texture

short-haired / smooth

Coat color

black&white, tricolor, points

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation

Food expenses per month in €

about € 20

Suitable for children

Rather yes

Needs a garden

Rather not

Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment

Rather yes

First dog suitable

Rather yes

Allergy friendly

Rather not

Athletic

Attention

Care and grooming

Eager to learn

Exercise

Nature

friendly / alert / active / intelligent / independent / agile

Bred for

rat and mouse hunting

Common illnesses

patellar dislocation

Dog type according to FCI

terriers

FCI description

Terriers were bred to hunt mice and rats and to drive badgers and foxes out of the burrow. Here they are on their own. They had to decide for themselves what to do, be dauntless and fearless. Hesitant behaviour could cost them their lives, so they reacted to threats with resistance. Bull-like terriers grabbed hold in the fight against bulls or other dogs and were trained to hurt their opponent and never give up.

Almost all terriers have a pronounced hunting instinct, are persevering, courageous and stubborn. Their temperament must not be underestimated, even with good education they usually keep their own head and can become tyrants if they do not get enough species-appropriate activity and above all can live out their hunting behaviour. But they are also available for other activities. Since they are/have been left on their own, especially in caves, extreme caution is required with children when they crawl under tables etc. where a terrier has found his place.

Short description

The Japanese Terrier originates from Japan and is therefore well adapted to small living conditions. Nevertheless, he needs a lot of physical exercise. His coat is easy to groom and almost scentless.