Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
Also called Bench-legged Feist, Short-legged Rat Terrier, Teddy Roosevelt Rat Terrier and Type B Rat Terrier
- Great with kids
The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is a small breed of terrier that originated in the United States. It is a compact and lively breed, with a short, wiry coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are short and powerful, and its tail is usually docked. The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs regular exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys being around its family.
- Weight
- 15–24 lb (7–11 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 8–15 in (20–38 cm)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Exercise
- About 45 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short, Smooth
- Origin
- United States (late 19th - early 20th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Can manage in an apartment
- Barking: Barks sometimes
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Very little grooming
- Shedding: Sheds a little
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Affectionate
Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Loyal
Protective
Coat colours
Black and white, blue and white, chocolate and white, tan and white and tri-color
Recognized by
United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Teddy Roosevelt Terrier
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Breeds of a similar size
All small breeds
Sources
- Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Official UKC Breed Standard (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: Teddy Roosevelt Terrier | United Kennel Club (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Teddy Roosevelt Terrier - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
- Is the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier the Right Breed for Your Lifestyle? - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Dog Breed Information - Showsight Magazine (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).