Short-legged terrier, its name is taken from the name of the dog breeder in the novel by Walter Codd. The Short Legged Terrier is an excellent hunting dog whose primary mission is to hunt small animals such as mice, rabbits, and cave bears. The Short Legged Terrier has a peculiar appearance and an approachable personality. It has a large head and a long body, but short feet, a shaggy head of hair, and some decorative hair on the top of its head. Its face always seems to be full of melancholy and angry expression, but it makes people laugh.

1. Characteristics of short legs and long body

Forelimbs: The shoulders are completely slanted back to ensure that there is enough space at the front. The length of the upper arm is roughly the same as the length of the shoulder blade, and its front legs are short, well muscled, and well spaced apart.

Hip: Although the hind legs are slightly longer than the front legs, they also look more natural. The thighs are particularly rounded, and the limbs are well muscled and of uniform length.

Feet: It has very thick pads and rounded feet. The dewclaws on the forelimbs are more powerful. The front paws are larger than the hind paws, and the hind paws have no dewclaws. The nails are especially strong and dark in color, roughly the same color as the dog's.

Gait: The gait requires ease, with the legs moving in one plane. If the gait is stiff, jumping, shaking, etc. are all defects. Strange pace and long duration are required. Have a sense of humor in everything you do. Most of the good toy dogs and companion dogs are intelligent, with peculiar appearances such as petals.

Temperament: To show independence, firm willpower, and intelligence.

2. Breeding of short-legged and long-bodied terriers

Because of their active nature, owners may wish to take them out to do some outdoor activities every day. Exercise, but in moderation, is good for your physical and mental health. Short-legged Terriers have thick, dense fur, so owners should groom them every day. What's more, owners should regularly trim the top of the dog's head, as it is a distinguishing feature of its body. If the short-legged long-body terrier can maintain clean and soft hair every day, its charm index will be greatly improved!