Are Feist good squirrel dogs?

Over the last 20 years, a small dog has grown in popularity despite being around in one form or another for centuries. Feist is an umbrella term to describe a smooth-coated canine, under 30 pounds, used for squirrel hunting. The term encompasses breeds and dogs of mixed or unknown origins but perform the job.

Are Mountain Feist good hunting dogs?

Though they are loving towards their families, they are true hunting dogs, and this is important to remember when they are outside, as they may chase and even kill small animals, like squirrels. In addition to being great hunting dogs and family dogs, Mountain Feists make good watchdogs, too.

How much do Mountain Feist puppies cost?

How much does a Mountain Feist cost? A Mountain Feist puppy can cost around $300 to $400. You may check out the following breeders to get your pup.

Are Mountain Feist aggressive?

Mountain Feists, unlike other terrier dogs, are not known to be aggressive or aloof with other dogs. These dogs are very social, and can even thrive in pack situations getting on well with dogs of all shapes, sizes and breed groups.

Do Feist dogs bark a lot?

They have gentle, adaptable personalities, and they know when to adjust the energy level. Their solid terrier genes can make them slightly territorial, but they are generally good with new people. However, they do have nose when it comes to intruders — they will bark and alert the family if they sense a threat.

Can Feist dogs be left alone?

Though they look like small and happy dogs, they can be destructive when left alone and do not do well with cats and rodents or other animals. You should consider the characteristics and temperament of Feist dogs and whether they work with your lifestyle before bringing one home.

Do feist dogs bark a lot?

Do feist dogs shed a lot?

The breed is fairly short coated and thereby easy to care for in that respect. Feists are generally low shedding dogs that only require a bit of brushing once a week.

Is a Feist a good family dog?

Feist Dogs Are Fun And Energetic Companions This can make them fantastic family pets as they are also quite good with kids, partially due to their usage as tracking dogs, rather than as aggressive retrievers. They are also not too high maintenance, due to their good health and relative cleanliness.

Are Feist dogs easy to train?

Easy to train and eager to please, Feists can help on the farm, in the field or in the yard. And if you have a rat problem, they will soon make it go away. They also love to play in the park and jog through the neighborhood. Feists get along great with children.

How often should you bathe a Feist dog?

However, for the most part the Mountain Feist only needs to be brushed one or two times a week. Because his coat is weather resistant, he only needs bathing once every couple of months unless he gets particularly dirty.

How big will a Feist dog get?

10 to 18 in
Feists are small to medium-sized dogs 10 to 18 in (25 to 46 cm) tall, and weigh 15 to 30 lb (6.8 to 14 kg), short-coated dogs with long legs. The ears are set high on the head and are button, erect, or short hang. The tail can be natural, bobtail, or docked.

Where are the squirrel dogs located in Ohio?

Thanks for taking the time to stop by and look around. We are located in Southern Ohio. We started with these little squirrel dogs last fall (2005) with Patch. She was on her way to making a fine little tree dog. She departed much to soon but she had rekindled a love for the woods and the sport of hunting with these little dogs again.

What can you do with a Mountain Feist dog?

We are extremely grateful to everyone for the overwhelming amount of interest in our Mountain Feist dogs, however, the Mountain Feist dogs we raise are bred for and intended to be hunted on squirrel, raccoon, or to serve as working dogs in rural areas.

Is there such a thing as a Mountain Feist?

I really enjoy hunting these breed of dogs. Mountain Feist is the only breed that I have at my kennel. I have sold these dogs for years. They have been placed in many different states from Tennessee, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, West Virginia, Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky, and Missouri just to name a few. So far I have had no complaints from any buyer.

Can a dog tree its own squirrel in the wild?

If the dog does not tree its own squirrel in the wild then the dog will not be bred here at our kennel. We selectively breed our dogs based on their natural hunting ability, genetic traits that I find desirable in a squirrel dog, and to improve the natural born ability in our Mountain Feist Squirrel Dogs.