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Name	American Eskimo Dog	Beauceron	Smooth Fox Terrier
Origins	United States Germany	France	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Spitz Eskie Eskimo Spitz	Bas-Rouge Beauce Shepherd French Shorthaired Shepherd Berger De Beauce	Foxie Smooth Fox Terrier Fox Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Medium	Large	Small
Weight Which is heavier, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Beauceron? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight comparison:	Toy: 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)Standard: 18-35 pounds (8-16 kg), Miniature: 10-17 pounds (5-8 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Toy: 8 pounds (4 kg)Standard: 26.5 pounds (12 kg), Miniature: 13.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier height comparison:	Toy: 9-12 inches (22-30 cm)Standard: 15-20 inches (49-50 cm), Miniature: 12-15 inches (30-40 cm)	24-27.5 inches (32-70 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Toy: 10.5 inches (26 cm)Standard: 17.5 inches (49.5 cm), Miniature: 13.5 inches (35 cm)	24-27.5 inches (51 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1500	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Frequent: The American Eskimo Dog is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Beauceron is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Beauceron dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier trainability comparison.	American Eskimo Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Beauceron dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Beauceron dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Friendly	Loving Protective Courageous Loyal Obedient	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Affectionate Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	High: American Eskimo Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Beauceron dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	American Eskimo Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Beauceron dogs are a social breed. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Eskimo Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Beauceron dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Eskimo Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Beauceron dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	The American Eskimo Dog is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beauceron is a playful breed. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	A lot: American Eskimo Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Beauceron barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the American Eskimo Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beauceron breed in the home.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Smooth Fox Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: American Eskimo Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Beauceron dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Beauceron dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Eskimo Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Beauceron bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Eskimo Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beauceron has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	American Eskimo Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beauceron dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	The American Eskimo Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Beaucerons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Diabetes	No data available	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Distichiasis Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The American Eskimo Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Beauceron should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do American Eskimo Dog, Beauceron and Smooth Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of American Eskimo Dog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Beauceron: 11 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Prefers cold weather The American Eskimo Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Beauceron can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier energy level comparison:	American Eskimo Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beauceron dogs are high-energy dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	American Eskimo Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Beauceron dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beauceron dogs don't need too much sleep.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Eskimo Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Beauceron's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Fluffy	Dense	Smooth Double
Colors What are the original American Eskimo Dog, Beauceron and Smooth Fox Terrier color?	White Biscuit	Black Gray Tan Rust	Black Red White Brown Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Average: The American Eskimo Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Beauceron doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or {name3 shedding:	American Eskimo Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Beauceron dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The American Eskimo Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Beauceron has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Eskimo Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beauceron is an average drooler. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Beauceron dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beauceron dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier?	American Eskimo Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Beauceron dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Yes American Eskimo Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Beauceron dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No American Eskimo Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beauceron is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Smooth Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Eskimo Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Beaucerons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Eskimo Dog or Beauceron or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Not really American Eskimo Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Beauceron breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Eskimo Dog and Beauceron and Smooth Fox Terrier have?	4-6 puppies	6-7 puppies	3-6 puppies
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American Eskimo Dog vs Beauceron vs Smooth Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1994 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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