Feist
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The small hunting dog was developed in the United States many centuries ago though the exact date is not known, the Feist was described in many American accounts, such as one by George Washington in 1770.
Feist Types
A feist is a type of small dog developed in the rural southern United States for hunting squirrels and other small game.
Feist Dogs
Feists have lots of energy, but around the home they aren't likely to bounce off the walls-in fact, they are more than happy to cuddle on the couch.
It Feist dogs have been in the United States for over two hundred years, indeed both. George Washington and Abraham Lincoln had written of feist dogs. The word "feist" refers to a small, often noisy, dog.
Feisty and strong-willed
Like many smaller dogs, Shibas tend to have an exaggerated sense of self, and like to think of themselves as bigger than they are.
Feisty is the word most often used to describe terriers. From the Latin terra, for earth, most terriers were originally bred to "go to ground" after burrowing vermin, larger rodents and even foxes.
Feists are small dogs that hunt small game, especially squirrels, in a similar manner to large hounds hunting raccoons and large game. Feists may hunt in packs, and "bark up" on trees to alert the hunter.
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Feisty and full of energy, these dog breeds have been dubbed as having a distinctive 'terrier personality'. The Terrier is a rambunctious and assertive dog. They are quite intelligent and love to play.
Feisty, bold, inquisitive, game, scrappy, stubborn and independent, the Norfolk is all terrier. She has been called a "demon" in the field, and she loves to hunt, dig and investigate. She must be exercised in a safe area.
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Feist - see Treeing Feist
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The feisty little Affenpinscher went on to serve as the blueprint for several other toy breeds, including the Brussels Griffon, which would one day usurp the Affenpinscher’s comfortable position as an aristocratic lapdog.
This feisty little dog is full of personality and spunk! A big dog in a little package! The vivacious little Cairn Terrier is an active, hardy, small working terrier. He is free in movement, strong, but not heavily built.
This feisty little dog is independent and courageous - sometimes getting in over its head. It is opinionated and stubborn. The Pekingese will readily get into power struggles with its owner.
Cute, feisty and furry, Poms are intelligent and loyal to their families. Don't let their cuteness fool you, however. These independent, bold dogs have minds of their own. They are alert and curious about the world around them.
The Shiba Inu is feisty with other animals. The Shiba Inu will take off after anything that moves and not come back. The Shiba Inu is an escape artist who will climb chain link fences. The Shiba Inu yodels and screams when upset.
Temperament: Feisty and mischievous, yet cuddly and cute - will snuggle with you and be cute.
With Children: Good with children, but small children need to be monitored with this breed.
The Shih Tzu is a feisty but sweet little lap dog with an assertive personality. Its coat is typically long and luxurious, but can also be trimmed short.
Feisty females: Female dogs climb the canine corporate ladder with ferocious determination
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The West Highland White Terrier, or "Westie," is a joyful, loving, devoted, playful, feisty and strong-willed dog. He loves and craves companionship and wants to be at the center of your life and activities.
The Jack Russell's endearing facial expressions, feisty personality and interminable cuteness make it a natural choice for television and the cinema.
The Basenji has a very feisty, yet cat-like temperament. It is extremely clever, curious and independent, yet reserved. It also is very stubborn at times as well.
Brave, energetic, humorous, feisty, loyal, gentle, obedient, protective, headstrong
Interaction with people: Good with children when properly socialized. Children must display respect for the dog; it can't tolerate teasing.
These are feisty, energetic dogs whose sizes range from fairly small, as in the Norfolk, Cairn or West Highland White Terrier, to the grand Airedale Terrier. Terriers typically have little tolerance for other animals, including other dogs.
Bull Terriers are friends to all, but because their first job was that of pit fighter, their feisty instincts die hard. It's best to begin training early and establish the upper hand.
The Border Terrier is a feisty little hunter and should be exercised on a daily basis. OK for an apartment as long as it gets a daily exercise and play time.
This intelligent, energetic, feisty breed makes an excellent family pet for active families that will give them plenty of exercise. They get along well with children, other pets an dogs when they are socialized from puppyhood.
Kerries are slightly more feisty and more difficult to handle than Wheatens ,
Wheatens are a little more "flighty" and need more training,
Wheatens may have a few more genetic problems,
Kerries are more aggressive with other dogs, ...
This small and feisty little dog will often live up to 12 years of age, but Chihuahuas can live up to 15 years of age if cared for with the correct nutrition. AVERAGE HEIGHT & WEIGHT
With these little dogs a healthy female usually weighs 1.
Feisty, bold and assertive. Not as stubborn as many terriers, but still quite independent. Good with Children Good with everyone and accepting of other animals but can be scrappy with other dogs. Grooming Needs Low Shedder.
The Scottish Terrier dog breed carries the terrier traits--quick, alert, and feisty--to extremes. Yet on the whole the breed tends to be stable and steady-going. They exude ruggedness and power.
Character: The Miniature Bull Terrier has a very fiery personality and can be very feisty at times. This breed can be protective of his owner and territory giving off a fearless and brave presence.
Jack Russell Terriers are feisty, energetic dogs that gained popularity with the advent of the Wishbone series. However, in real life, these dogs are not exactly like the famous Wishbone.
Boston Terriers can be a bit on the feisty side, owing to some of their fighting dog and terrier ancestry, but these dogs do make wonderful companions when properly trained and socialized.
Traditionally more of a type than a breed they share much ancestry with the tough little mixed breed dogs known as 'feists.
Nicknamed “little diehard,' the Scottish Terrier is smart, feisty and fearless. And while it is aggressive toward other animals and dogs, it is usually friendly towards humans.
They can, however, be playful and feisty at times. The breed typically makes a good children's pet. Shih Tzus are actually a bit light-headed at times and do not take severe punishment well.
Basenji dogs are considered to be extremely feistү and often display behaviors that аre similar to Terriers. They are very smart, inquisitive, cleνer, and stubborn at times.
Introduction to the Treeing Feist: a squirrel dog breed history. (Countryside & Small Stock Journal)
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Lovable and loving
A feisty extrovert that seeks attention
Excellent with children. Ready, willing and able to join in any games that requires wild romping
Only moderately intelligent but generally willing to please ...
Named "Monkey dog", because of his monkey-like facial structure and expression, this feisty toy dog originated in Germany.
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The unique personality of this feisty little terrier is capturing the hearts of many, but they are not a dog for everyone.
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Personality: confident, alert, quick and feist, brave, independent
Care: grooming, socialization, training
Known health problem: elbow dysplasia, craniomandibular osteopathy, intervertebral disc protusion
Group: terrier dogs ...
Many of the breeds are small, sturdy and nimble as befits their function and the close environment of burrow and den. An indomitable spirit, boldness, feistiness, energy, curiosity, ...
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Yoda is now 4 years old, but this puppy picture of him is too cute to NOT post here. He was the most adorable puppy I've ever seen. He is very feisty and ...
The dogs in the terrier group are also small in size but very sturdy. They are known for their capabilities in tracking vermin and digging for them, when hunting. They look charming and are quite feisty and many prefer them as pet dogs.
Scotties seem to think they are large dogs and can be quite feisty toward other dogs, no matter how large. The Scottish Terrier does best with older children.
They love people, especially children, and are fairly friendly with strangers, but like most terriers, it is feisty, stubborn, and fearless. Size (inches):10 - 13 Weight (lbs):13 - 22 Alternative names:Czesky Terrier, Bohemian Terrier ...
 See also: Smooth, Retriever, Greyhound, Bulldog, Chihuahua
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