The Czesky Terrier breed dates back to 1948. It was created in Czechoslovakia at the Academy of Sciences, by mixing the Sealyham Terrier and Scottish Terrier breeds. Even if the breed spread around the world very fast, it was official recognized at an international level late, in 1963, by the Federation Cynologique Internationale. Today, it is one of the six rarest breeds of dogs in the world.
The dog of this breed is considerably longer than taller and it has a well developed muscled body. The legs are short, the ears drop down the head and the tail is medium sized. Usually, its coat is colored in shades of gray and sometimes brown. The size of a mature Czesky Terrier is about 30 centimeters in height and about 1.5 more in length.
As to what temperament is concerned, the Czesky is described as a patient, playful and calm dog. It is not aggressive at all, and, if a specimen on a contest shows signs of aggressiveness, it is disqualified and not considered a pure breed. Around children, it is joyful, gentle and well behaved, so, a family with kids will love this breed.
Even if it is not an aggressive dog, it is a very attentive one and gets the guard job done flawlessly. It is best to socialize it when it is a puppy in order to meet other people and other animals in different circumstances. In this way, it can preserve its temperament and grow up as a happy mature dog.
The life expectancy for this breed is between 12 and 15 years; during its life, the dog may suffer only from minor health problems like Scottie Cramp Syndrome, an affliction causing an awkward movement in the dogs walk. Like all the dogs with folded ears, it should be periodically checked for signs of ear infections or irritations.
It is not a very demanding dog and it does not need a yard for itself. Therefore, life in the apartment will suit it very well. Even if it is not very active indoors, it still needs some daily time for exercises. It is a great jogging companion which loves to play in the forest or in the countryside. Because of its pleasure to exercise, it can be easily trained for fetching and other activities.
Its coat needs some special attention. It should be trimmed regularly, at least four-five times a year. The brushing must be done 2 times a week for the long hair. If you want to be the owner of this type of dog, you will not have to clean the dogs dead hair from all over the house, because this breed sheds lightly.
This breed is known for loving food more than anything else, so stealing it or begging for it are some bad habits you may encounter with this dog.
The Czesky Terrier is a dog with a charmingly unusual appearance and a wonderful personality, perfect for any family.
