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Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Mini Foxi or Amertoy?

"Find similarities and differences between Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier" Compare Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. Which is better: Miniature Fox Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?
 
 
 
Name Miniature Fox Terrier Toy Fox Terrier
OriginsAustralia flagAustralia United States flagUnited States
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?
Mini Foxi
Mini Foxie
Mini Fox Terrier
Amertoy
American Toy Terrier
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Miniature Fox Terrier and a Toy Fox Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Small Small
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Miniature Fox Terrier and a Toy Fox Terrier. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) 3.5-7 pounds (1.5-3 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) 3.6 pounds (1.4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Miniature Fox Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Is a Miniature Fox Terrier taller than a Toy Fox Terrier?
Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) 10 inches (25 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) 10 inches (25 cm)

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Miniature Fox Terrier and a Toy Fox Terrier. Which breed costs more?
$400-$600 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Miniature Fox Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?
Average: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Toy Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare training requirements.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Toy Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare alertness levels.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Toy Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Miniature Fox Terrier and a Toy Fox Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Fearless
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?
High: Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Toy Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier social needs comparison:
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Toy 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? What's the difference between Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?
The wanderlust potential of the Miniature Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Toy Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average to High: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.
The Miniature Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Toy Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare living space needs.
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 Toy Fox Terrier breed.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Toy Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare average lifespans.
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Fox Terrier: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terrier: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Miniature Fox Terrier and a Toy Fox Terrier. Which breed is healthier?
The Miniature Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Toy Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier?
Average
The Miniature Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Toy Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Legg-perthes Disease
Von Willebrand's Disease
Demodectic Mange

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare activity levels.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Miniature Fox Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Toy Fox Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Miniature Fox Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier?
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Toy Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare obesity risks.
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Fox Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare daily food needs.
1/4 to 1/2 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.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier? Compare breed colors.
Tricolor
Black & Tan
Black & White
Black
Tan
White
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Miniature Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Toy Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.
The Miniature Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Toy Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Miniature Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Toy Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Miniature Fox Terrier and a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare fur types.
Dense Dense
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Miniature Fox Terrier or Toy Fox Terrier? Do Miniature Fox Terrier dogs shed more than Toy Fox Terrier dogs?
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Toy Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare service capabilities.

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 Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy 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 Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy 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 Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

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

Toy Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Miniature Fox Terrier or a Toy Fox Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.

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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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy 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.

Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. Which has larger litters?
2-3 puppies 2-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Miniature Fox Terrier vs Toy Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. Which groups are they in?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Miniature Fox Terrier and Toy Fox Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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