| Country of Origin: | Czech Republic |
| Registries: | CKC, FCI, UKC, KCGB, CKC, NKC, CET, ANKC, APRI, ACR, DRA, NAPR, AKC |
| Breed Group: | FCI: Group 3, Terriers Section 2: Small-sized Terriers #246, AKC: Terrier Group, ANKC: Group 2 (Terriers), CKC Group 4 – Terriers, KC : (UK) Terrier, NZKC: Terrier, UKC : Terriers |
| Occupation: | Gun Dog, Terrier |
| Size: | Height: 25 to 32 cm (10 to 13 inches) Weight: 6 to 10 kg (13 to 23 lbs) |
| Longevity; | 12 – 15 Years |
| Exercise: | long daily walk , running and playing |
| Training: | proper human leadership |
| Grooming: | Average |
| Colors: | Gray, gray-blue with tan, yellow or white furnishings, light mocha |
The history of this breed began in 1949 in the former Czechoslovakia where Frantisek Horak mated a Sealyham Terrier and a Scottish Terrier. Czech Terrier is one of the short legged terrier breeds and weights from 6 to 10 kg with a height of about 28 cm.
The hair of Cesky Terrier dogs, unlike most terriers, is not sharp but soft and silky, and the big advantage is that it does not shed. It is necessary to regularly brush and comb it, to prevent tangling of hair. The hair color can be in all shades of gray (from very light gray to the darkest gray) and the color of coffee. Also, permitted colors are yellow as well as white markings. The term “yellow label” refers to the color combination of black & tan. These labels are becoming less visible as the dog is older, and in most cases completely disappear. White markings most often appear on the chest, neck, feet and tip of the tail, but the total amount of white markings must not be greater than 20 %.
Otherwise, like some other terrier puppies Czech Terriers are born black, which will pass while growing up in the “right” color. The eyes are medium sized and in accordance with coat color, dark or liver color. Ears are V-shaped, flattened, and are moved slightly forward. Tail is docked and carried down. When the Cesky Terrier is upset, the dog raises the tail. Chest is not too deep, hind limbs are muscular, front paws are larger than the back.
The nature of the Czech terriers is different than other terriers and is more peaceful in nature than other terriers. Although developed as a hunting dog, he will become that way only if specifically directed into this direction. They are very adaptable to various situations and are therefore a good choice for different types of owners. They are capable of long walks and are good partners in children’s games. However, they are quite sensitive and have a rather friendly temperament and tolerance towards other dogs.