Description
The National Dog of the Czech Republic, the Cesky is a gentle character for a terrier breed. He stands as tall as 32 centimetres (12½ inches) at the withers and is slightly longer in the back than he is high.
His somewhat silky coat requires trimming along his back and body, especially if he is to be part of a family household. Well groomed, his grey-blue or light brown coat can exhibit a well-shone look.
The Cesky is non-aggressive and somewhat chary of strangers, but he is relatively biddable as a companion. He has been registered in the UK since 1990, and although he is not yet available in numbers, he could become popular.
Breed Group
Terrier
Vulnerable Native Breed
No
Size
Medium
How much exercise?
Up to 1 hour per day
Length of coat
Medium
How much grooming?
More than once a week
Supposedly sheds?*
Yes
Town or Country
Either
Type of home
Small or Large House
Minimum Garden Size
Small/Medium
Lifespan
Over 10 Years
* If you are asthmatic or have an allergy, you should consult your medical advisor before considering obtaining a dog. More information can also be found on
the Kennel Club website.
The Terrier Breed Group
Dogs originally bred and used for hunting vermin. 'Terrier' comes from the Latin word Terra, meaning earth. This hardy collection of dogs were selectively bred to be extremely brave and tough, and to pursue fox, badger, rat and otter (to name but a few) above and below ground. Dogs of terrier type have been known here since ancient times, and as early as the Middle Ages, these game breeds were portrayed by writers and painters.