- Brazilian Terrier
Infobox Dogbreed
image_caption = Brazilian Terrier
name = Brazilian Terrier
altname = Fox Paulistinha
Terrier Brasileiro
country = flagicon|BrazilBrazil
fcigroup= 3
fcisection= 1
fcinum= 341
fcistd= http://www.dogdomain.com/FCI/fcistandards/fci-341.htmThe Brazilian Terrier is a breed of dog developed in
Brazil . It is one of severalterrier s probably descended from the combining of theFox Terrier with other small breeds.Description
Appearance
This terrier stands between 14-16 in (35.5-40.5cm) at the withers. Its appearance is typical of dogs descended from fox terrier types: the short coat is tri-colour (white with markings in two other colours; permissible colours are black, tan, brown and blue). The skull is flat and wedge-shaped, with folded ears. The tail may be docked or natural. It weight can be between 14-20lbs (6.5-9kg)
Temperament
Brazilian Terriers are alert, intelligent and playful with stronger than average hunting instincts. They should not be left alone with small animals. They must be kept active and occupied, becoming destructive or restless if bored.
See also
*
Terrier
*List of dog breeds External links
* [http://www.dogfacts.org/Brazilian-Terrier-pictures.htm Brazilian Terrier Photos] from [http://www.dogfacts.org/ DogFacts.org]
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