Comparison: Fox Terrier (Smooth) and German Hunting Terrier

Fox Terrier (Smooth) and German Hunting Terrier are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Fox Terrier (Smooth)
Photo: Piotr Pietryka, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
German Hunting Terrier
Photo: Christian Lohner, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Fox Terrier (Smooth)German Hunting Terrier
FCI group3. Terriers3. Terriers
Country of originUnited KingdomGermany
Category–Small
Height at withers–33–40 cm
Recognition features
  • Predominantly white with black and/or tan markings
  • Smooth, hard, dense coat
  • Small V-shaped ears folded forward and a gaily carried tail
  • Black, dark brown or grey-black with tan markings
  • High-set V-shaped semi-drop ears, strong jaws and a pronounced chin
  • Chest circumference 10–12 cm greater than the height at the withers
CoatSmooth, flat, hard, dense and abundant; white predominates, with tan, black-and-tan or black markings (brindle, red or liver markings are highly undesirable).–
PurposeBritish working terrier for fox, rabbit and rat work; today an active companion.German hunting terrier from the 1920s, bred for work underground, flushing game and work in water.

Breed page: Fox Terrier (Smooth) · Breed page: German Hunting Terrier

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.