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Name	Toy Fox Terrier	Russian Toy	Chihuahua
Origins	United States	Russia	Mexico
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	112	326	32
Reviews	2	0	17
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Amertoy American Toy Terrier	Moscovian Miniature Terrier Moscow Toy Terrier Russian Terrier Russian Toy Terrier	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Russian Toy? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	3.5-7 pounds (1.5-3 kg)	3-6 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	3.6 pounds (1.4 kg)	4.5 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua height comparison:	10 inches (25 cm)	8-10 inches (20-26 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Frequent: The Toy Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Russian Toy is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are average defenders. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Spirited	Active Playful Protective Loyal Cheerful	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua?	High: Toy Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Russian Toy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Toy Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are a social breed. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Toy Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Russian Toy dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Russian Toy dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chihuahua 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	The Toy Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Russian Toy is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua?	Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Russian Toy is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Fox Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Russian Toy breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Russian Toy dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Russian Toy 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.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Russian Toy bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Toy Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Russian Toy has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:	Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Russian Toy dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua?	The Toy Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Russian Toys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Von Willebrand's Disease Demodectic Mange	Patellar Luxation Retained Baby Teeth	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Toy Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Russian Toy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Toy Fox Terrier, Russian Toy and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terrier: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Russian Toy: 12 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Russian Toy dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Russian Toy dogs have an average exercise need.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Russian Toy dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Russian Toy has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Dense	Smooth	Fine
Colors What are the original Toy Fox Terrier, Russian Toy and Chihuahua color?	Black Tan White Chocolate	Black Tan Blue Brown	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Toy Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Russian Toy doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or {name3 shedding:	Toy Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are low shedders. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua?	Medium ⏺ The Toy Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russian Toy has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Toy Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Russian Toy is an average drooler. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Russian Toy dogs are generally with other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Russian Toy dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua?	Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua?	Yes Toy Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Russian Toy dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Toy Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Russian Toy is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Toy Fox Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Russian Toys are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Toy Fox Terrier or Russian Toy or Chihuahua? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua?	Not really Toy Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russian Toy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Toy Fox Terrier and Russian Toy and Chihuahua have?	2-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Russian Toy vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	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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