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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Portuguese Shepherd Dog or Sloughi Moghrebi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Fox Terrier Cão da Serra de Aires Sloughi
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi breeds.
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Portuguese Shepherd Dog
Portuguese Sheepdog
Sloughi Moghrebi
Berber Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 26-40 pounds (12-18 kg) Male: 55-65 pounds (25-30 kg), Female: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) 33 pounds (15 kg) Male: 60 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 16-22 inches (41-56 cm) Male: 26.4-28.3 inches (66-72 cm), Female: 24-26.7 inches (61-68 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 26.4-28.3 inches (69 cm), Female: 24-26.7 inches (64.5 cm)

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$1200 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi?
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Sloughi is easier than average to get.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is easiest to train?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are quite easy to train.
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Sloughi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed is most alert?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average watchdogs.
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Sloughi dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed is most protective?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Sloughi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi? Compare temperaments.
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Intelligent
Lively
Playful
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Sweet
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Cão da Serra de Aires 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: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi?
High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Sloughi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi social needs comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are a social breed.
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Sloughi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Sloughi dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Sloughi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Sloughi rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed is most playful?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Cão da Serra de Aires is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Sloughis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Smooth Fox Terrier indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cão da Serra de Aires breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Sloughi breed.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed is most flexible?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Sloughi dogs adapt badly to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Cão da Serra de Aires 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Cão da Serra de Aires has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Sloughi has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which uses mouth most during play?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Sloughi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cão da Serra de Aires bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Sloughi bite force: Ordinary.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed lives longest?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Cão da Serra de Aires: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Sloughi: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which handles climate changes best?
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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has fewer health issues?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Cão da Serra de Aires is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Sloughis tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Cão da Serra de Aires should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Sloughi should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Eye Problems
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which breed is most active?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Sloughi dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs have an average exercise need.
Sloughi dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Sloughi dogs don't need too much sleep.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Sloughi has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. What colors are available?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
Black
Fawn
Grey
Wolf grey
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Spotted
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Cão da Serra de Aires doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Sloughi requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which drools least?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cão da Serra de Aires is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Sloughi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Medium

The Cão da Serra de Aires has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Sloughi has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Smooth
Double
Shaggy Dense
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi? Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Cão da Serra de Aires dogs shed moderately.
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Sloughi dogs shed moderately.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is best with kids?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Sloughi dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Sloughi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Sloughi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Sloughi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Cão da Serra de Aires or Sloughi?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Sloughi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi?
Yes
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cão da Serra de Aires dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Sloughi dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Smooth Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cão da Serra de Aires is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Sloughi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cão da Serra de Airess are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Sloughis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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
Compare detection capabilities between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Cão da Serra de Aires breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Sloughi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has most military use?

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.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has most puppies?
3-6 puppies 3-6 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. What's recommended?

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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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Cão da Serra de Aires vs Sloughi Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2016 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. No data available Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Smooth Fox Terrier, Cão da Serra de Aires, and Sloughi. Which has most recognition?
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 Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
Foundation Stock Service
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