Russian Toy: Origins, Appearance, Character, and Adoption

Originally from Russia, the Russian ToyThe Russian Toy Terrier, also known as the Russian Toy, is a small, very affectionate, and lively dog. An ideal adventure companion for the whole family. Let's discover its history, appearance, personality, and how to care for it.

Origins

The breed comes directly from Russia, where the first specimens were selected a hundred years ago from crosses between Manchester Toy Terriers and other breeds. The goal was to create a small companion dog for the nobility. And so it was!

History

For a time, breeding of the breed had almost completely ceased, but in the mid-50s it revived thanks to some Russian breeders. As the ENCI explains, in 1958 a male was born with fringes on his ears and legs, a characteristic that was preserved. The male was then mated with a female with slightly long hair, and the variety was born. by the long.

Appearance

The Russian Toy is a small, energetic, and lively dog. Here are its main physical characteristics.

• The height is between 22 and 27 cm
• The weight is between 1.5 and 3 kilos
• The legs are long and the bones are fine.
• The eyes are large and roundish
• La queue it is of medium length
• The ears are large and thin
• It can have either short hair, which is close-fitting and shiny, or long hair, which is either straight or slightly wavy. The colors are: black and tan, brown and tan, blue and tan, fawn, solid black or brown.

Character

He's a very affectionate dog (but he decides when he wants to be cuddled), lively, intelligent, and always ready to play and have fun with his owners. Among other things, the game It's very important for this breed because it allows them to establish healthy rules. Their energy is inexhaustible, but fortunately, they're also very adaptable to different circumstances. They're also very courageous.

Education and care

It is a dog that is happy at home but absolutely needs exercise, so it is important to take it for a walk, do sports with him and play with him regularly. The short-haired variety tends to suffer more from the cold. As for grooming, the short-haired variety requires at least one brushing a week, while the long-haired variety requires more frequent brushing to avoid tangles.

Illnesses

As for possible diseases, this is a generally healthy breed but is predisposed to dental problems. It can suffer from periodontal disease with tartar buildup already in the first year of life. To avoid this, it is necessary to brush the teeth thoroughly from an early age. puppy.

How much does a puppy cost?

The price of a pedigree puppy can range from approximately €500 to €800 (or even more). This price can obviously vary depending on the dog's specific characteristics and the breeder where it is purchased.

Adoption

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