German Jagdterrier relaxing.
Terrier de chasse allemand
German Hunting Terrier
Terrier cazador aleman
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German Jagdterrier relaxing.
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| Alternative names | ||
| Deutscher Jagdterrier Terrier de chasse allemand German Hunting Terrier Terrier cazador aleman |
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| Country of origin | ||
| Germany | ||
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| Classification and breed standards | ||
| FCI: | Group 3 Section 1 #103 | |
| UKC: | Terriers | |
| Not recognized by any major kennel club | ||
| This breed of Dog is extinct | ||
| Notes | ||
The Jagdterrier is a terrier breed of Dogs for hunting. It probably originated in Germany. Jagdterriers are relatively small, but they are extremely strong Dogs with much endurance and vitality.
This breed is black, with brown markings that resemble that of the Dobermann. The German breed standard calls for the breed to stand 33 to 40 cm (13 to 15.7 in) at the withers. It specifies that bitches should weigh from 7.5 to 8.5 kg (16.5 to 18.7 lb), and males from 9 to 10 kg (19.8 to 22 lb).
The coat can be either wiry or smooth. The tail is normally (but not always) cropped at 2/3 the natural length.
Portrait of a female Jagdterrier
Jagdterriers are usually used in hunting, especially for game that is underground such as beavers, otters, foxes, wild boars, and rabbits, but due to its intelligence and adaptability, they can also become good pets.
Their life expectancy is 13 to 14 years.
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