The Fox Terrier was first exhibited as a sporting dog, due to its remarkable eyesight, keen nose and staying power. Hunters on horseback carried feisty working terriers in a sack or box until the larger foxhounds had driven the quarry to hide. Once the fox was driven into its tunnel, the terriers were loosed and went to ground, routing out the fox. The Wire variety is the same as the Smooth, except for his hard, wiry jacket. Today both varieties are judged by the same standard except for coat.

The Fox Terrier most likely came from the same types that produced the Bull Terrier and smooth Black/Tan (Manchester) Terrier. Many other additions, including scenthounds and sighthounds, are probable. Colonel Thornton's "Pitch," recorded in print and on canvas in the 1790s, was of remarkably modern type. Packs with a bit more influence from one breed or another were used by various hunt clubs.

Terriers generally are happy, buoyant, and stubborn, and the fox terriers fit that bill quite well. While these qualities are undoubtedly endearing, they can also be quite frustrating if the dog gets the upper paw in the household. Like all terriers, they like to dig and can quickly tunnel their way under a fence or through a sofa if the spirit moves. Outdoors, they need a fenced yard or a pen. 

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