Portuguese Water Dog vs Toy Fox Terrier

Compare the Portuguese Water Dog to the Toy Fox Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Portuguese Water Dogs and Toy Fox Terriers.

Portuguese Water Dog vs Toy Fox Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
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General Details
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Height
17-22 Inches
8½-11½ Inches
Weight
35-60 Pounds
3½-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Origin Country
Portugal
United States
Origin Year
1297 AD
1930 AD
Temperament
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Traits
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Shedding
None
Low
Dander
None to Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-14 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Ectropion
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Irritable bowel syndrome
Gangliosidosis
Hair Loss
Von willebrand's disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Demodectic mange
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Curly
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Wavy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Portuguese Water Dog
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Chocolate
White and Chocolate
White and Tan
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
White, Chocolate, and Tan
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