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Name	Jack Russell Terrier	Miniature Fox Terrier	Whippet
Origins	England	Australia	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Jack Russell Terrier	Mini Foxi Mini Foxie Mini Fox Terrier	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	Small	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet weight comparison:	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$400-$600	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet intelligence:	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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 Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet trainability comparison.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Fearless	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet?	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet social needs comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Miniature Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet playfulness comparison:	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet?	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell 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 Miniature Fox Terrier indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.
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 Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet mouthiness comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	No data available	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Miniature Fox Terrier and Whippet breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Fox Terrier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Fox Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet coat comparison:	Rough	Dense	Fine Short Close in texture
Colors What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Miniature Fox Terrier and Whippet color?	Black Tan White	Tricolor Black & Tan Black & White	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet?	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Good With Comparison

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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier or Whippet? 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet 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 Jack Russell Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier and Whippet have?	4-8 puppies	2-3 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
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. 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 Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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