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Name	Miniature Fox Terrier	Silky Terrier	Cockapoo
Origins	Australia	Australia	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Mini Foxi Mini Foxie Mini Fox Terrier	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky	Cockerdoodle Spoodle Cockerpoo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Which is the smallest dog, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Silky Terrier? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo weight comparison:	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo height comparison:	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$800	$900-$1100
Availability Which is easier to get, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	Average: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Silky Terrier 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 Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo trainability comparison.	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Fearless	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo?	High: Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cockapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo social needs comparison:	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Miniature Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Silky Terrier 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo playfulness comparison:	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Cockapoo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo?	Average to High: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Cockapoo 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 Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	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 Silky Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cockapoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo?	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Cockapoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Miniature Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Cockapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo lifespan comparison. How long do Miniature Fox Terrier, Silky Terrier and Cockapoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Fox Terrier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	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.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo energy level comparison:	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Cockapoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Cockapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Silky Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Cockapoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	0.5 to 1.5 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? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Fox Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo coat comparison:	Dense	Silky Straight Glossy	Curly Wavy
Colors What are the original Miniature Fox Terrier, Silky Terrier and Cockapoo color?	Tricolor Black & Tan Black & White	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Miniature Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Cockapoo 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: Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo?	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cockapoo has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Miniature Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cockapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Cockapoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cockapoo dogs are very 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 Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cockapoo dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo?	Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo?	Yes Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cockapoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Miniature Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Silky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cockapoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Miniature Fox Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Cockapoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo 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: Miniature Fox Terrier or Silky Terrier or Cockapoo? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo?	Not really Miniature Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cockapoo 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.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo 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 Miniature Fox Terrier and Silky Terrier and Cockapoo have?	2-3 puppies	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Miniature Fox Terrier vs Silky Terrier vs Cockapoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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