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Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Roseneath Terrier or English Beagle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Fox Terrier West Highland White Terrier Beagle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Roseneath Terrier
Westie
Westy
White Roseneath Terrier
Poltalloch Terrier
English Beagle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or West Highland White Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 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: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $900-$1200 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle intelligence:
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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle trainability comparison.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? 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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West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
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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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 West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle?
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: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle social needs comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle?
Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
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 West Highland White Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle 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.
West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Beagle 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 West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
West Highland White Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle 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 West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Beagle 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: Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Atopic Dermatitis
Hyperplastic Dermatosis
Pulmonary Fibrosis
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
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.
Rare
The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle?
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 West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle energy level comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle coat comparison:
Smooth
Double
Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Smooth Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and Beagle color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
White Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high 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 West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle 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.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle?
Yes
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
West Highland White Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle 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
West Highland White Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle 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.
West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Fox Terrier or West Highland White Terrier or Beagle? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle?

Not really

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

West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes 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 West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle 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 West Highland White Terrier and Beagle have?
3-6 puppies 2-5 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7

Smooth Fox Terrier vs West Highland White Terrier vs Beagle 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 1908 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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
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
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

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