Which should I get a toy fox terrier or a mini fox terrier?????

Question

for a gift i want either a mini fox terrier or a toy fox terrier. i can only get a small dog because a have to take it to my dad's house over the weekends and our cat over there only likes small dogs but i also want the one that i can be very playful with without hurting it so that is why i am afraid of getting the toy fox. PLEASE HELP!!!

Answer 1

The Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier are so closely related, it really wouldn't make much of a difference which one you got. Do you want a tiny dog or a small dog? The miniature does not appear to be recognized by the AKC however so I would question whether it is a real breed.



http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/miniaturefoxterrier.htm



http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/toyfoxterrier.htm



Here's the petfinder link to the American Toy Fox Terrier Club Rescue (they would be able to refer you to miniatures too)



http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/CA569.html



If you decide to go the puppy route, contact the secretary of the national breed club and ask for referrals to reputable breeders in your area. If the miniature fox terrier is truly a breed, the secretary of the toy fox terrier club can refer you to reputable breeders of miniature fox terriers.



American Toy Fox Terrier Club

Secretary : Michele Basye

Address: P.O. Box 702, Culpeper, VA , 22701-5941

Website: www.atftc.com

Email: [e-mail]



Reputable breeders and rescuers will be able to help you determine which size would be a good fit in your household. Ask them lots of questions and share your concerns with them -- they are very knowledgeable of the breeds.

Answer 2

There is no such thing as a mini fox terrier, so I would say a toy fox terrier.

Answer 3

You should get any small dog that needs a home from your local pound.

Answer 4

SAVE A LIFE......ADOPT

you can find a shelter dog kinda like yours