Cesky Terrier — breed guide
Created in 1940s Czechoslovakia by crossing Scottish and Sealyham terriers to make a narrower, calmer dog for hunting in packs.
At a glance
- Group
- terrier
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 6–10 kg (13–22 lb)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Coat
- Soft, silky, slightly wavy grey-blue coat; clipped
Living with a Cesky Terrier
- Moderate energy — a proper walk every day.
- Heavy grooming — frequent brushing and regular trims.
- Barely sheds.
- Quick to learn.
- Vocal when there is a reason.
- Good with children.
- Usually fine with a familiar dog; strange dogs need managing.
- Can live with a cat, with a slow introduction and an escape route for the cat.
- Suits apartment living, given its daily walks.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Handles cold well.
Temperament
Calm · Reserved · Biddable · Less scrappy than most
Health to watch
- Scottie cramp
- Primary lens luxation
- Cardiac issues
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Cesky Terrier good with kids?
Generally yes. Cesky Terriers are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Cesky Terrier good with cats?
It can work, with management. Introduce them gradually, feed them apart, and make sure the cat has vertical space the dog cannot reach. Plan to manage it rather than assume it.
How much exercise does a Cesky Terrier need?
A real walk every day, around 30–60 minutes.
Can a Cesky Terrier handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Cesky Terrier's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.