Wire Foxker Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Wire Foxker is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Trainable
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Quiet
Faithful

Wire Foxker dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

American Cocker Spaniel, Wire Fox Terrier

1990s

Brown

Black

Brown
Black
White
Pied

The coat of a Wire Foxker falls in the medium length category.

Wavy

A Wire Foxker can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Wire Foxkers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Wire Foxker is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Hypothyroidism

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count

Wire Foxker have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Wire Foxkers are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Wire Foxkers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Foxker, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Foxkers usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Wire Foxker is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Ideally, Wire Foxker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Wire Foxker feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Wire Foxker is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Foxker is between $48 - $49. This makes an average of $576 - $588 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Wire Foxker is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Wire Foxkers typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Wire Foxkers are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Wire Foxkers are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Wire Foxkers are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Wire Foxkers are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Wire Foxker for a mellower experience.

Wire Foxker dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.