Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Carriage Dog or Foxie?

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Name	Dalmatian	Smooth Fox Terrier
Origins	Croatia	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Dalmatian and Smooth Fox Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Foxie Smooth Fox Terrier Fox Terrier
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Dalmatian and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Dalmatian and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	about 55 pounds (25 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?	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier? Is a Dalmatian taller than a Smooth Fox Terrier?	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 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: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Dalmatian and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$500-$600	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Dalmatian 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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Dalmatian dogs are average defenders. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Dalmatian and a Smooth Fox Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Playful Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Friendly Outgoing	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Affectionate Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Dalmatian 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: Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	High: Dalmatian 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. 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 Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Dalmatian 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

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Dalmatian 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	The Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian 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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Dalmatian 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: Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Dalmatian 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.

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Dalmatian dogs have a lower 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian 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

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 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 Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 Dalmatian and a Smooth Fox Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	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: Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Rare The Dalmatian 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Deafness Skin Allergies Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Urolithiasis	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Distichiasis Lens Luxation

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian'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
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Dalmatian and Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare breed colors.	Black White Brown Liver	Black Red White Brown Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Dalmatian and a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare fur types.	Fine	Smooth Double
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier? Do Dalmatian dogs shed more than Smooth Fox Terrier dogs?	Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.	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 Dalmatian or Smooth Fox Terrier? Can a Dalmatian and a Smooth Fox Terrier be friends? Do Dalmatian dogs get along with Smooth Fox Terrier dogs?	Dalmatian 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: Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Yes Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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?	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Dalmatian or a Smooth Fox Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Dalmatian 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.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Dalmatian 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 Dalmatian 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.

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Dalmatian and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which has larger litters?	6-9 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Dalmatian and Smooth Fox Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Dalmatian 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.

Dalmatian vs Smooth Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Dalmatian and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Dalmatian and Smooth Fox Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Dalmatian 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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