This is a highly detailed Jagdterrier Bust.
This model was created by Messy Panda who makes amazing Busts and provided by Commercial License.
This Bust is 3D Printed using Black PLA Filament and Dry-brushed with Gold Gilding Wax to give it a Bronze Statue effect.
This Bust is 15cm tall.
The Jagdterrier, also called the German Hunt Terrier, is a small but tough working terrier bred in Germany in the early 20th century. The breed was specifically developed for hunting, with an emphasis on versatility, endurance, and courage rather than appearance. Its name comes from the German word Jagd, meaning "hunt," and Terrier, reflecting its role as a determined underground hunting dog.
Jagdterriers were created by crossing the old English Fox Terrier with Black and Tan Hunting Terriers, later refined with some influence from Welsh Terriers. The goal was to produce a dog that was dark in color (to distinguish it from game in the field), had a strong prey drive, and could excel both above and below ground. German hunters prized it for its ability to pursue foxes, badgers, and other small predators, as well as to track larger game like wild boar and deer.
Physically, the Jagdterrier is compact, muscular, and athletic, standing around 13–16 inches (33–40 cm) tall and weighing 17–22 pounds (8–10 kg). Its coat is dense and harsh, either smooth or broken, usually black or dark brown with tan markings. Its expression is alert, keen, and full of determination, reflecting its spirited nature.
Temperamentally, the Jagdterrier is intelligent, bold, and highly driven. It thrives when given a job and does poorly if under-stimulated. While affectionate with its family, it can be reserved with strangers and often shows a strong prey instinct, meaning it may not coexist peacefully with smaller pets. Due to its energy and stubborn streak, the breed requires experienced handling, consistent training, and plenty of physical and mental activity.
Today, the Jagdterrier is still primarily a hunting and working dog rather than a common household pet. Outside of Germany, it remains relatively rare, though enthusiasts value it for its tenacity, loyalty, and fearless character.
