Smooth Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier

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

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
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General Details
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
8½-11½ Inches
Weight
15-19 Pounds
3½-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United States
Origin Year
1780 AD
1930 AD
Temperament
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
16 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low to Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
13-15 Years
Health Concerns
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Distichiasis
Deafness
Lens luxation
Von willebrand's disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Demodectic mange
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Smooth Fox Terrier
Toy Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Brown
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
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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