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Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Black Fell Terrier or Chilean Terrier or Mini Foxi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Patterdale Terrier Chilean Fox Terrier Miniature Fox Terrier
OriginsEngland flagEngland Chile flagChile Australia flagAustralia
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Black Fell Terrier Chilean Terrier
Ratonero
Chilean Rat Terrier
Mini Foxi
Mini Foxie
Mini Fox Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier weight comparison:
11-13 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
12 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier height comparison:
12-15 inches Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$500-$700 $400-$500 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Average: The Patterdale Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature 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
Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier trainability comparison.
Patterdale Terrier dogs are hard to train.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Patterdale Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Patterdale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Inquisitive
Bold
Affectionate
Loyal
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Patterdale Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Miniature 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: Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?
Average to High: Patterdale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier social needs comparison:
Patterdale Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Miniature 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?
Patterdale 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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The wanderlust potential of the Miniature Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Patterdale 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.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Patterdale 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 Miniature Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?
Average: The Patterdale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Chilean Fox Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Patterdale Terrier breed.
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 Miniature Fox Terrier indoors.

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Patterdale Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chilean Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Patterdale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Miniature Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Patterdale 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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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?
Patterdale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Miniature 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: Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier health problems comparison:
Conjunctivitis No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Patterdale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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 Miniature Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Patterdale Terrier, Chilean Fox Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Patterdale Terrier: 12 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Chilean Fox Terrier: 15 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Fox Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?
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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier energy level comparison:
Patterdale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Patterdale Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Patterdale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
1/4 to 1 cup 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. 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Patterdale Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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Low: The Chilean Fox Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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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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Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier coat comparison:
Dense
Rough
Smooth
Tight
Lustrous
Dense
Colors
What are the original Patterdale Terrier, Chilean Fox Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier color?
Black
Brown
Golden
White
Black & Tan
Blue & Tan
Brown & Tan
Tricolor
Black & Tan
Black & White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Patterdale Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Chilean Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Miniature Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Patterdale Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Chilean Fox Terrier dogs shed above average.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature 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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature 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, Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?

Medium

The Patterdale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Miniature Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Patterdale Terrier is a perfect example of a very 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 Miniature Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Patterdale Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Patterdale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Chilean Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?
No
Patterdale Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Chilean Fox 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Patterdale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Chilean Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Patterdale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Chilean Fox Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Miniature Fox Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature 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: Patterdale Terrier or Chilean Fox Terrier or Miniature 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: Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature Fox Terrier?

Not really

Patterdale 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

Miniature 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.

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature 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 Patterdale Terrier and Chilean Fox Terrier and Miniature Fox Terrier have?
2-5 puppies 6-7 puppies 2-3 puppies

Patterdale Terrier vs Chilean Fox Terrier vs Miniature 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. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
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