Smooth Fox Terrier vs Wirehaired Vizsla

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

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Wirehaired Vizsla
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
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General Details
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
13-16 Inches
21-25 Inches
Weight
15-19 Pounds
40-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Hungary
Origin Year
1780 AD
1930 AD
Temperament
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Distichiasis
Deafness
Lens luxation
Addison's disease
Cushing's syndrome
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Skin allergies
Eye infections
Inflammatory bowel disease
Kidney issues
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Smooth Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Vizsla
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Brown
Tri-Color
Tri-Color
White
White
Golden
Golden
Golden rust
Golden rust
Red
Red
Rust
Rust
Sandy Yellow
Sandy Yellow
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