Smooth Fox Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier

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

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
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General Details
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
14-15 Inches
Weight
15-19 Pounds
15-19 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1780 AD
1876 AD
Temperament
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire 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
Wire Fox Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Stubborn
Living Environment
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-15 Years
Health Concerns
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Distichiasis
Deafness
Lens luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Colors
Black
Brown
Tri-Color
White
White
White and Black
White and Tan
White, Black, and Tan
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