American Hairless Terrier

by admin on May 9, 2009

American Hairless Terrier

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The American Hairless Terrier is a mutation of the Rat Terrier, first born in 1972. The AHT is born with a soft downy hair, which falls out as the dog grows. Once an adult, the American Hairless will be exactly that – hairless except for a few whiskers and eyebrows.

Training


The American Hairless is active, smart and lively. This breed will respond to early positive training, but should not be expected to work in cold or hot conditions.


Exercise


Your American Hairless needs plenty of daily exercise, but should not be in bright sunshine or cold for extended periods of time.

Grooming


Your American Hairless Terrier has no hair to groom, but should be bathed every few weeks. More frequent bathing will dry out the skin and cause problems. Once bathed, the skin should be moisturized on this breed.

Health


The American Hairless Terrier should always be kept warm if the weather is cool. This dog must be kept away from excessive sunlight as well, since he does not have fur to protect his skin. Use sunscreen in the summer, and sweaters in the winter. Although the AHT is less prone to diseases than other hairless breeds, he may develop demodectic mange, slipped knees, hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism and deafness.

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