Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better English Beagle or Foxie?

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Name	Beagle	Smooth Fox Terrier
Origins	England	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Beagle	Foxie Smooth Fox Terrier Fox Terrier
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Beagle and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Beagle and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 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?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier? Is a Beagle taller than a Smooth Fox Terrier?	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Beagle and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$500-$800	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Beagle and a Smooth Fox Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Affectionate Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	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: Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. 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 Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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? What's the difference between Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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? What's the difference between Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle 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.
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Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Beagle dogs have an 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	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

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Beagle and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Distichiasis Lens Luxation

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	0.5 to 1.5 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

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Red White Brown Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal 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
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Beagle and a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare fur types.	Dense	Smooth Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier? Do Beagle dogs shed more than Smooth Fox Terrier dogs?	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally 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 Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Smooth Fox Terrier? Can a Beagle and a Smooth Fox Terrier be friends? Do Beagle dogs get along with Smooth Fox Terrier dogs?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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 Beagle 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?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Beagle or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which has larger litters?	2-14 puppies, average 7	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Beagle vs Smooth Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Beagle and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	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	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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