How tall is a Wire Fox Terrier?

An adult Wire Fox Terrier stands about 15 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Wire Fox Terrier considered a small dog?

Yes — at 15" / 18 lb, the Wire Fox Terrier falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #168 tallest.

How does a Wire Fox Terrier compare to a person?

At 15" tall, a Wire Fox Terrier stands about 23% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Wire Fox Terrier Size Compared to a Person

A Wire Fox Terrier stands 15″ at the shoulder and weighs about 18 lb — that puts it at 23% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #168 by shoulder height and falls into the small-breed size class (Small breeds, 11–15").

Wire Fox Terrier next to a person at scale — 15-inch shoulder height, 18 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Wire Fox Terrier at 15″ / 18 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Wire Fox Terrier compares

	Wire Fox Terrier	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	15″	64″	-49″
Weight	18 lb	135 lb	-117 lb

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About the Wire Fox Terrier

The Wire Fox Terrier, also known as the Wirehaired Fox Terrier or Wirehaired Terrier, is one of the most spirited and recognizable terrier breeds. Originating in 19th-century England, this breed was developed for bolting foxes from their dens during hunts. Their wiry, dense coat protected them from underbrush and bites, while their compact, muscular body and fearless temperament made them exceptional at their job. Wire Fox Terriers have won more Best in Show titles at Westminster than any other breed.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Small size class with shoulder height closest to the Wire Fox Terrier.

Alaskan Klee Kai — 15″ / 18 lb (same height)
American Cocker Spaniel — 15″ / 28 lb (same height)
Bulldog — 15″ / 50 lb (same height)
Cocker Spaniel — 15″ / 28 lb (same height)
German Hunt Terrier — 15″ / 22 lb (same height)
Lakeland Terrier — 15″ / 17 lb (same height)
Poodle — 15″ / 65 lb (same height)
Shetland Sheepdog — 15″ / 20 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Wire Fox Terrier?: An adult Wire Fox Terrier stands about 15 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Wire Fox Terrier considered a small dog?: Yes — at 15" / 18 lb, the Wire Fox Terrier falls into the small-breed size class (shoulder height 11–15"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #168 tallest.
How does a Wire Fox Terrier compare to a person?: At 15" tall, a Wire Fox Terrier stands about 23% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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