What Makes Brazilian Terriers Magnificent? The Brazilian Terrier is a medium sized terrier, slender and well balanced, defined by clean curved lines. He is alert, active, friendly and very gentle with his friends. Among the breed's talents are hunting, ratting, tracking and a watchdog. Although historically a hard working breed, the Brazilian Terrier makes an excellent companion.

The Brazilian Terrier is one of only two breeds that are native to Brazil. The Jack Russell Terriers, brought to Brazil from Europe in the 19th century, are the closest possible ancestor to the Brazilian Terrier. It is thought that these dogs were crossed with Miniature Pinschers, Chihuahuas and possibly other breeds, to create the distinctive Brazilian Terrier. The Brazilian Terrier has been established in Brazil for over 100 years; however, the breed has only been registered since 1973. Despite their size, the Brazilian Terriers are tough, eager hunters and excellent ratters and have been used in Brazil to both single and pack hunt. In packs, the tireless Brazilian Terriers surround their prey until it is utterly exhausted and this is how they make their catch. Although popular in their native Brazil, the Brazilian Terrier is barely known elsewhere.

Country of origin: Brazil Height approximately (at withers/shoulder): Males 35-40 cm/13 1/2 - 15 3/4 inches Females 33-38 cm/12 3/4 - 14 3/4 inches (standards may vary) Weight approximately: 10 kgs/22 lbs (standards may vary) Coat: Short haired, smooth, fine but not soft and close to the skin, in the type of rat's hair. One cannot see the skin through it. Finer on the head, ears, under the neck, on inner and lower parts of forequarters and backside of the thighs Colour: Predominantly white with black, brown or blue markings. Markings: Tan markings above the eyes, on both sides of the muzzle and inside and on the edge of the ears. The head must always present black, brown or blue markings in the frontal region and ears; there may be a white blaze and white marks preferably on the frontal groove and lateral parts of the muzzle, distributed as harmoniously as possible. Lifespan: Average, 12-14 years A medium sized dog; slender, well balanced with firm but not too heavy structure and a body of square appearance with clean curved lines. Viewed from the top, the head is triangular in shape, broad at its base with ears well apart, narrowing notably from the eyes to the nose tip. Viewed in profile, the upper line rises slightly from the tip of the nose to the stop, sharply between the eyes and continues to the occipital bone with a slight convexity. The nose is dark coloured and teeth well developed with a scissor bite. Eyes are round, well opened, alive and as dark as possible. The blue variety has bluish grey, the brown variety brown, green or blue eyes. Ears are set on laterally, in line with the eyes, well apart from each other and leaving good space for the skull. Triangular shaped with pointed tips; carried half pricked with the folded tip falling down and pointing to the external eye corner. Neck is of moderate length, well balanced in relation with the head, harmoniously set to head and trunk.The body is well-balanced, not too heavy, square appearance with clean curved lines. Withers are well pronounced and harmoniously connected to the front legs. The back is short and well muscled and the chest is not very pronounced. The tail is short, not reaching to the hocks, low set, of good strength, carried gaily but not curled over the back; in the country of origin, the tail is customarily docked. Forequarters viewed from the front are straight, moderately apart but in line with the hind legs which are also straight but more apart. Hindquarters are strongly muscled with well-developed thighs and legs in proportion. High set hocks with obtuse angle.

The Brazilian Terrier is restless, alert, active, keen and friendly only with those he is familiar with. A spirited dog, he is intelligent, obedient and may be devoted to only one master with whom he will form a strong bond. Gentle with his friends, the Brazilian Terrier loves to play. Early socialisation and consistent training is essential. • Friendliness: Reserved with strangers • Children: Best with older, more considerate children if raised with them • Trainability: Can be difficult to train • Independence: Enjoys his master's companionship • Dominance: Can be very dominant • Decorum: Should not be trusted with non-canine pets • Combativeness: Strong inherent desire to protect their territory • Noise: Likes to bark

+ A capable hunter + A wonderful companion + Excels as a guard dog + Little grooming needed - Not recommended for apartment living - Not recommended for novice owners - Very active indoors - Requires daily exercise and mental stimulation The Brazilian Terrier is a magnificent, slender breed with a beautiful coat which is alert and restless. Originally bred as a ratter and a hunting dog of small game, the Brazilian Terrier is used as a guard dog.

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