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Temperament
Loving, intelligent, trustful companion for you and your family. You will fall
in love instantly, and the only problem your RTT create immediately upon
arrival - he makes you want another one. Agile, hardy, fearless, lifetime
devoted to the owner, - this is how Russian Toys owners describe their dogs.
Small, elegant dog, tall on legs, of square built. Active, very lively, neither
shy nor vicious. They are said to be easy to train. Obedience training is
recommended for any dog size. RTTs are fun to work in agility trials. A true
companion dog. Would love to go with you everywhere and due to his size you can
take him. Enjoys participating in anything you do.
Height, Weight
Height 8-10 inches (20-26 cm) Weight 3- 6 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg.)
Living Conditions
The Russian Toy Terriers are good for apartment life.
Exercise
Although it is tempting to carry these dainty creatures about, they will keep
fitter if taken for walks. A body harness is safer than a collar. Don't think
that just because he is small he should be confined to a small space.
Grooming
The smooth, short-haired coat should be gently brushed occasionally or simply
wiped over with a damp cloth. The long coat should be brushed daily with a soft
bristle brush. Bathe both types about once per month, taking care not to get
water in the ears. Check the ears regularly and keep the nails trimmed. This
breed is an average shedder.
Origin
At the beginning of the 20th century, the English Toy Terrier was one of the
most popular decorative dogs in Russia. However, in the period, 1920 - 1950
shipping of toy terriers was almost stopped and the number of dogs fell to a
critical level. Only in the mid-fifties did, Russian dog-breeders began the
rebirth of the breed. Practically all dogs, which were used in breeding, had no
pedigrees; many of them were not of pure blood. Standard established for Toy
Terrier significantly differed from the English Toy Terrier's standard in many
aspects. From this moment, the evolution of the breed in Russia went its own
way. On the 12 of October in 1958 two smooth-haired dogs, one of which had a
slightly longer hair, gave life to a male dog with a spectacular fringe on its
ears and limbs. The decision was made to keep this characteristic. The male was
mated with a female dog which also had a slightly long hair. So the longhaired
variant of the toy terrier appeared. It was called Russian Longhaired Toy
Terrier. A dog breeder from Russia Yevgueniya Fominichna Zharova played an
important role in creation of this breed variant. The long isolated evolution
and specific selection process have resulted in the creation of a new breed -
the Russian Toy Terrier of two types: longhaired and smooth-haired.
Russian Longhaired Toy Terrier Other Names: Moscovian Miniature Terrier Height
: 8-11 1/2 In. Group: Terrier Weight: 4-7 Lbs. Coat: Long And Straight; With
Abundant Fringe Color: Black, Tan, Fawn, Brown, Or Sable; Solid In Color Or
With Tan Points Standard: Head: Rounded, "apple-dome" skull, with a short
muzzle. Eyes: Set wide apart, full and dark in color. Ears: Rather large and
covered with long hair. Nose: Black and self-colored according to coat. Bite:
Scissor or level. Neck: Slender and slightly arched. Topline: Level. Chest:
Deep, but not barrel shaped, with ribs well-sprung and belly slightly tucked
up. Body: Back is level and straight. Legs: Forelegs are straight, fine and set
well under the body. Hind legs are positioned well under the body, with bent
hocks. Feet: Small, with soft pads and toes separated, but not spread. Tail:
Docked. Movement: Quick, yet well balanced movements. Temperament: Fearless,
loyal, and willing to please.
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