Wire Fox Terrier

alert, fearless, cheerful

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Country of origin: Great Britain
Breed group: Terriers - Group 3 (FCI); Terrier Group (AKC, KC)

Facts

Size: small
Coat: wiry
Colour: white with black, black and tan or tan markings
Life expectancy: 12-15 years

Characteristics

Independent, active and friendly companion dog. Typical of the terrier, he has a big personality and passion for hunting and needs consistent training and plenty of exercise.

Tintin's most trusted friend

Snowy (Milou), the fictional character and Tintin‘s companion in the popular comic series 'The Adventures of Tintin' by Belgian cartoonist Hergé, is a white Wire Fox Terrier.
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