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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Schnauzer or Welshie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Fox Terrier Standard Schnauzer Welsh Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Schnauzer
Wirehair Pinscher
Mittelschnauzer
Welshie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Standard Schnauzer? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $1200-$1500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Spirited
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Welsh 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: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier?
High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier social needs comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed.
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Welsh Terrier 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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Standard Schnauzer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Welsh 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?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier?
Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
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.
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 Standard Schnauzer indoors.
Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Standard Schnauzer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Follicular Dermatitis
Skin Irritation
Veterinarian Visits
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.
Frequent
The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Fox Terrier, Standard Schnauzer and Welsh Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh 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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups 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? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier coat comparison:
Smooth
Double
Wiry Wiry
Soft
Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Smooth Fox Terrier, Standard Schnauzer and Welsh Terrier color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh 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, Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Pet Friendly
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.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier?
Yes
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Smooth Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Welsh Terrier 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.
Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh 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: Smooth Fox Terrier or Standard Schnauzer or Welsh Terrier? Which is better for autism?

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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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: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier?

Not really

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

Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Welsh 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.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh 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 Smooth Fox Terrier and Standard Schnauzer and Welsh Terrier have?
3-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Standard Schnauzer vs Welsh Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
American Kennel Club
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
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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