Jagdterrier
Breed Profile
The Jagdterrier (German Jagdterrier, Deutscher Jagdterrier, German Hunt Terrier) is a comparatively young breed, having been developed only since the turn of the 20th century. The breed was given life to in Germany as a functional hunting dog, where it is still used for hunting wild boar, badger, fox and weasel.
Temperament
Jagdterriers were created to be hunting dogs. Though often used for quarry that dens underground, especially badger, fox, and raccoon dog, Jagdterriers are also used to drive wild boar and rabbits out of thickets, and to blood track wounded animals, such as deer. Due to their intelligence and adaptability, Jagdterriers make excellent pets, although it should be remembered that they are above all a hunting dog with a powerful prey drive.
Color & Coat
Coat: The German Hunt Terrier has smooth, short haired, hard coat.
Color: Black, Yellow, Black and Tan
Health
Owners need to be aware of the one condition to which they are predisposed:
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL) – In individuals affected by PLL, the zonular fibres are weakened, which can lead to displacement of the lens within the eye. This displacement can block drainage of the fluid within the eye leading to glaucoma, a painful condition that can result in blindness if left untreated.