Why Foxfire Toy Fox Terriers

In order to protect our line, breed and the individual dogs, Foxfire companion puppies are sold with AKC limited registration and must be spayed or neutered within 120 days from the date of purchase. The breeder will retain registration papers until written proof of alteration by a licensed Veterinarian is received. As the buyer of a Foxfire companion puppy, you not only agree to spay or neuter the dog, but to prevent the dog from producing any puppies. As such, any breach of this agreement will result in ownership reverting to the breeder as well as liquidated damages. A delay due to medical reasons, which is confirmed in writing by a licensed Veterinarian, would not be subject to the 120 day spay and neuter requirement.

We recommend spaying or neutering a puppy between five and six months of age. There is no evidence that early neutering or spaying of Toy breed dogs contributes to growth issues as it can in larger breeds. However, early spay does prevent mammary tumors and of course uterine issues from developing later in life. Early neutering prevents testicular cancer, prostate issues and reduces likelihood of marking in males. Please discuss the most appropriate age for your puppy to be altered with your own veterinarian. We recommend removing deciduous teeth at the time of spay or neuter as well as microchipping your TFT at this time.