Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier

Because the Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier is still relatively new, they do not have a history to look at. However, the histories of the Smooth Fox Terrier and Welsh Terrier can give you an idea of your dog’s background. The Smooth Fox Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier were considered one breed up until the 1920s when the Smooth Fox Terrier became famous for being the logo on the RCA logo. Originally from England, the Smooth Fox Terrier was developed in the 1700s from the Beagle, Greyhounds, Smooth Black and Tan Terriers, and Bull Terriers to be fox hunters as their name suggests. They hunted in packs, chasing foxes into their holes and then going in after them. The Fox Terrier Club of England was developed in 1876 and nine years later its American version was born. Although they were much more popular in the early 1900s, they are now the 124th most common breed of dog in the American Kennel Club, where they have been a member since 1885. The Welsh Terrier from Wales became popular in the 1700s when they were found to be excellent hunters of vermin such as rats, otters, badgers, and foxes. They were especially good at tracking and would chase just about any critter out of their den or cave for their human hunters to get. This earth dogging practice earned them a good reputation at the time and they are still practicing the sport today. Because of their black and tan coats, they used to be called Black and Tan Wire Haired Terriers but their name was changed in the late 19th century by the American Kennel Club who accepted them in 1888. This breed is the 111th most well-liked dog in the United States today.