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Teddy Roosevelt Terrier

5.0 (2 reviews)United States#461
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Key Takeaways

  • Small breed belonging to the Hunting Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Moderate shedder; requires regular weekly brushing to keep the coat healthy.

Quick Facts

Group

Hunting Dogs

Size

Small

Life Span

14-16 years

Popularity

#461

Puppy Price

Unknown

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Average

Trainability

Easy to Train

Common Names & Aliases

Bench-legged FeistTeddy Roosevelt Rat TerrierShort-legged Rat Terrier
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⚖️Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Minimal grooming needs, low maintenance

  • Child Compatibility:Excellent with children, patient and gentle

  • Training Difficulty:Exceptionally easy to train, learns quickly

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Dog Friendly:Exceptionally social, thrives in multi-dog homes

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

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Price and Availability

Price Range

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Availability

2/5

Availability

Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

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History

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is a small-medium-sized American hunting terrier. Early American history shows that the breed, just like the Rat Terrier, was often referred to as Feist or just plain terrier mixes. The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier has short legs and is more muscular with heavier bone density

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier extremely low-maintenance, requiring only occasional brushing.

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier sheds moderately and needs regular brushing to keep shedding under control.

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is excellent with children, patient and gentle, making it a perfect family companion.

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is exceptionally easy to train, responds quickly to commands and learns new tricks effortlessly.

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

The Teddy Roosevelt Terrier is exceptionally social with all dogs and thrives in multi-dog environments.

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Teddy Roosevelt Terrier Comments, Reviews and Questions

Daisymaymeagher

2022-07-30

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Dasiymay

2022-07-30

I have a teddy Roosevelt terrier that fits this perfectly

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