Also known as the Bohemian terrier, the Cesky is a recently developed breed. The goal behind developing Cesky was to create a dog that was small enough to get through burrows and dens and hunt foxes and rats.
Physical Traits
Area of Origin: Czech Republic
Used for: Tracking, hunting, watchdog
Average Life Span: 12-15 years
Color: Black, brown and tan
Coat: Long, silky and wavy
Average Height: 10-13 inches
Average Weight: 13-23 pounds
Group: Terrier
History and Domestication
The Cesky terrier is a relatively new breed and was developed by crossing Scottish terrier, Sealyham and possibly the Dandie Dinmont. The dog’s original breeder Frantisek Horak was successful in getting them recognized by the FCI in 1963.
The purpose behind developing this breed was to create a dog that was narrow enough to get through burrows and dens to hunt foxes and rats. This is a rare breed and there are approximately only 150 Cesky terriers in the USA. This breed is a good tracker, hunter and a watch and guard dog.
Standard Physical Characteristics
This is a short-legged moderately long dog and looks a lot like the Sealyham terrier. It has a wedge-shaped head which is longer than it is wide and has a mustache, bushy beard and eyebrows. The nose is black and grey depending on the coat color. The eyes are almond shaped and brown in color. The high-set ears are triangular and fold upwards.
Care, Grooming and Health
The Cesky terriers need regular grooming and trimming but the hair on stomach, legs and around the face should be left long so as to form its beard, mustache and eyebrows. As a pet dog, it requires trimming at least four times a year but show dogs require trimming more frequently. The longer hair of Cesky has to be combed and brushed at least twice a week depending on the state of its coat and to avoid any tangles. The excess hair between pads has to be clipped off. This breed sheds no hair.
The Cesky terrier enjoys playing and running in open countryside or wooded area. They need to be taken on long daily walks but probably in a safe area. They have average exercise demands and though they are small, but they make for good jogging companions.
Generally, Cesky terriers re healthy but some are prone to Scottie Cramp Syndrome or Wobbly Scottie as it forces the dog to walk in with awkward movements.
Living Conditions
The Cesky terrier is suited for an apartment life. As they are moderately active indoors, they will do okay with the absence of yard.
Temperament
This is a playful, patient, sporty yet a calm dog. The dog is sweet and joyful and gets along well with children. The breed is very intelligent and hence easy to train. This is a courageous, obedient and loyal dog. They need to be socialized from puppy stage to avoid shyness later. They need strong, firm and consistent pack leaders or else they are likely to develop small dog syndrome.
