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Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Terrier Brasileiro or Chilean Terrier or Foxie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Brazilian Terrier Chilean Fox Terrier Smooth Fox Terrier
OriginsBrazil flagBrazil Chile flagChile England flagEngland
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Terrier Brasileiro
Fox Paulistinha
Chilean Terrier
Ratonero
Chilean Rat Terrier
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier breed type comparison:
Cross Breed Purebred Purebred

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight comparison:
15-20 pounds (7-9 kg) Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 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?
17.5 pounds (8 kg) Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier height comparison:
14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 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?
15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $400-$500 $700-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Chilean Fox Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier trainability comparison.
Brazilian Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Brazilian Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Brazilian Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Friendly
Gentle
Keen
Restless
Affectionate
Loyal
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Brazilian Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
High: Brazilian Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier social needs comparison:
Brazilian Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Brazilian Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Chilean Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Brazilian Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Brazilian Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Chilean Fox Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
Average: The Brazilian Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Chilean Fox Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
It is not recommended to keep the Brazilian Terrier breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Chilean Fox Terrier breed.
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.

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Brazilian Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Chilean Fox Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Brazilian Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Chilean Fox Terrier 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.

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Brazilian Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chilean Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Brazilian Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chilean Fox Terrier 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? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Brazilian Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
The Brazilian Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier health problems comparison:
Dental Problems
Ear Infections
Eye Infections
Liver Issues
Skin Allergies
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 Brazilian Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Chilean Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Brazilian Terrier, Chilean Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Brazilian Terrier: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Chilean Fox Terrier: 15 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Brazilian Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Chilean Fox Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier coat comparison:
Smooth Tight
Lustrous
Smooth
Double
Colors
What are the original Brazilian Terrier, Chilean Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier color?
Black
Blue
White
Tricolor
White
Black & Tan
Blue & Tan
Brown & Tan
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Brazilian Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Chilean Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Brazilian Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs shed above average.
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Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?

Medium

The Brazilian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Chilean Fox Terrier 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 Brazilian Terrier is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Chilean Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Brazilian Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Chilean Fox Terrier 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 Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Brazilian Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Brazilian Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Brazilian Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier?
Brazilian Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier 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: Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?
Yes
Brazilian Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chilean Fox Terrier 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
Brazilian Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chilean Fox Terrier 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?
Brazilian Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Chilean Fox Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Brazilian Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier?

Not really

Brazilian Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Chilean Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Brazilian Terrier and Chilean Fox Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier have?
4-7 puppies 6-7 puppies 3-6 puppies

Brazilian Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Smooth Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc. 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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