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| Topic Started: Dec 30 2008, 07:59 PM (134 Views) | |
| holliegavin | Dec 30 2008, 07:59 PM Post #1 |
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The Cesky Terrier is a fairly recent addition to the Terrier Group, having been developed in the Czech Republic by the geneticist Frantisek Horák, who wanted a working terrier that would hunt as a pack without quarrelling and fighting, and would also be a good family companion and show dog. The breed originated by crossing a Sealyham dog and a Scottish Terrier bitch, and then crossing their offspring until the type was set satisfactorily, and thus the Cesky Terrier was born. Normally any shade of grey in colour, though an occasional light brown may occur, the coat is soft and silky with an attractive sheen, the ears hang down, and the tail, which has never been docked, is set on low, though it may be carried in a sickle shape when the dog is moving. The coat is clipped over the body, and left long on the legs and underside of the belly, and also on the face where it forms a beard and eyebrows, giving this terrier its very distinctive look. In the UK the Cesky Terrier is kept primarily as a family pet and companion, and as a show dog where its very distinctive characteristics and temperament attract many admirers. This is a breed that loves to join in all its owner’s activities, but hates to be left at home alone, and definitely does not thrive in a kennel situation. The Cesky is sociable with other animals provided he is introduced to them when young, and will live happily in the company of cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, even ferrets, but he really enjoys the company of other dogs, especially his own breed. Unlike many other terrier breeds, the Cesky can be trained to be obedient and well-behaved and can therefore be exercised off lead without worrying about whether he will come back when called! When introduced to children as a puppy the Cesky positively enjoys their company too, and is also eminently suited to living with the disabled, as he seems to have an innate understanding of their special needs and limitations. Thus the Cesky can be a dog for all seasons and all situations, although his sensitive nature does mean he needs an understanding owner. (quoted from http://www.grancekceskyterriers.co.uk - the breeders we got our Cesky from) |
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| holliegavin | Dec 31 2008, 08:24 PM Post #2 |
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Ok, here goes with the pics...fingers crossed these will work! This is my Cesky, Mabel. This was taken on Xmas day, so she is 14 months in this pic: Posted Image This pic is Mabel's Dad. It shows how silvery grey he is in comparison to my Mabel (her mum was almost completely black) Posted Image Mabel's half brother and another relative: Posted Image I will put more pics of my Mabel in the Members Profile section Edited to show images. Edited by zandd, Dec 31 2008, 09:03 PM.
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| holliegavin | Dec 31 2008, 09:12 PM Post #3 |
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Oh thanks for making the pictures show up Zanddd... am I doing something wrong? or are pics checked beforehand? Thanks |
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| zandd | Dec 31 2008, 09:26 PM Post #4 |
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:lol: no for some reason when you posted these they had 2 http// so just deleted first one.Using photobucket click on 4th (bottom) box there and paste it directly onto the page - will delete these last 2 messages when you've sussed it ;) |
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| RJL | Jan 8 2009, 04:45 PM Post #5 |
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:yay: great profile! Something that has puzzled me a while....Sealyhams are supposed to have a harsh, wiry coat as are Scotties (I know the show dogs have been bred with more furnishings than the original working dogs) How come you end up with a silky coat when you cross them and why would a sily coat be aimed for if the dog was expected to hunt? Would a harsh coat not be more practical? Did the founders of the breed decide that temperament was the most important feature and those with the calmest dispositions just happened to also have silky coats? I've often wondered about that - so maybe you can explain and put a terrier anorak out of her misery :) |
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