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Toy Poxer Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Toy Poxer so you can get to know the breed more.

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OriginUnited States flagUnited States China flagChina
Other Names
What other names does the Toy Poxer have?
PoxerTug
Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Toy Fox Terrier and Pug mix

Toy Poxer Size and Weight

Size
Is a Toy Poxer small, medium or large dog?

How big do Toy Poxer get?

What is the average size of a Toy Poxer?

Small
Weight
How much does the Toy Poxer weigh? How much should a Toy Poxer weight? What is the normal weight of a Toy Poxer? How much does a full-grown Toy Poxer weight?
Male: 13-20 pounds (6-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Toy Poxer?
Male: 16.5 pounds (7.5 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height
How tall is the Toy Poxer? Toy Poxer height:
Male: 12-14 inches (30-36 cm), Female: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Toy Poxer?
Male: 13 inches (33 cm), Female: 11 inches (27.5 cm)

Toy Poxer Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Toy Poxer puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Toy Poxer in the United States? How much money is a Toy Poxer?

Where to buy a Toy Poxer with a good pedigree?

Unknown
Unfortunately, we couldn't find the price of the Toy Poxer. If you have a Toy Poxer for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Toy Poxer gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Toy Poxer? How many Toy Poxer are there in the world?
Average: The Toy Poxer is a commonly available dog breed. There is less risk of overbreeding compared to the very popular dogs.

Of course, they may be more popular in some countries, and inbreeding may occur, so be careful.

Toy Poxer Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Toy Poxer? Is the Toy Poxer breed dumb or smart?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. Keep in mind that if you want to teach them any tricks, they understand and memorize new commands in 40-80 repetitions. Toy Poxer obey the first command 30% of the time or better. So if you want to have a smart dog, you might have to reconsider your choice with this breed.

The Toy Poxer ranks below average in the intelligence ranking of dogs.

Trainability
Are Toy Poxer dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Toy Poxer?
Toy Poxer dogs are quite easy to train. Sometimes they can be challenging, but if you're consistent in teaching new commands they will obey for sure.
Watchdog Ability
Is Toy Poxer good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Toy Poxer dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, they will alert you, but observation isn't considered their main job.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Toy Poxer dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Toy Poxer dogs strongly protect their territory. This breed is a complete security guard, so you don't have to be afraid in case of danger.

Toy Poxer Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Toy Poxer have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
PlayfulAlertCourageousIntelligentFriendlyAffectionateLoyalGentleGoingSpiritedCheerful
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Toy Poxer sensitivity:
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. Soft punishment affects them emotionally. Toy Poxer dogs don't tolerate irregular daily routines, noisy households, and frequent guest visits really well.

They are receptive to their owner's emotions and make wonderful family companions.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Toy Poxer a good family dog?
High: Toy Poxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Poxer need? Toy Poxer social needs:
Toy Poxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Toy Poxer to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Toy Poxer roam?
Toy Poxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. Sometimes they like to explore the world and they might escape once or twice, but usually, they prefer staying safely at home. Safer to teach them how to get back to you on command.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Toy Poxer have high prey drive?
Toy Poxer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. Cats or any other small animals might be in danger. It's a natural instinct, doesn't necessarily mean that Toy Poxer dogs are aggressive. Better to keep this breed on a leash.

Toy Poxer Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Toy Poxer is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Toy Poxer dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Poxer bark?
Average: The Toy Poxer barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Toy Poxer good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Toy Poxer in an apartment?
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poxer breed. It's good if you have a small garden where he can go out and do his business, but it's not important at all. You can get enough exercise with one or two walks a day, so keeping them indoors shouldn't be a problem.

Toy Poxer Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Toy Poxer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Toy Poxer be left alone? How long can you leave a Toy Poxer alone?
Toy Poxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Toy Poxer Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Toy Poxer has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Toy Poxer? How much bite force does a Toy Poxer have? How strong is a Toy Poxer bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Poxer bite force: Weak. The Toy Poxer bite force is considered weak when compared to other dog breeds. The bite force Toy Poxer measurements usually fall below 200 PSI, making them one of the breeds with the weakest bite force. The bite force of a Toy Poxer may be weak, but it's important to remember that any dog's bite can still be dangerous if not managed properly. Despite the bite force of Toy Poxer being lower, it does not make them any less lovable or enjoyable as pets.

Toy Poxer bite wounds might not be as severe, but it is still essential to be cautious and prevent any biting incidents.

They are usually not aggressive and very friendly towards children and other animals. To ensure a well-behaved dog, it's essential to learn how to train a Toy Poxer puppy not to bite from an early age. With proper training and socialization, a Toy Poxer can be a wonderful addition to any family, providing love and companionship for years to come.

Biting Potential
Do Toy Poxer bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Poxer? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Toy Poxer? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Toy Poxer has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Toy Poxer do?
Toy Poxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Toy Poxer dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Toy Poxer Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Toy Poxer dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
Toy Poxers are commonly healthy dogs. Vet costs aren't expensive with this breed.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Toy Poxer breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Toy Poxer breed? Most common health risks of Toy Poxer:
Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationAllergiesProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Von Willebrand's DiseaseEpilepsyEntropionVaccination SensitivityDemodectic MangeDistichiasisCorneal UlcersDry EyeHemi-vertebraeCheyletiella DermatitisNerve DegenerationProptosisPug Dog EncephalitisStaphylococcus InfectionYeast Infection
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Toy Poxer breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Toy Poxer see the vet?
Rare
The Toy Poxer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Toy Poxer dogs live? How old can a Toy Poxer be? What is the age limit of the Toy Poxer? How many years can the oldest Toy Poxer live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Toy Poxer?

How long is the lifespan of a Toy Poxer?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Toy Poxer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. However, in general, most dogs prefer average to warm weather conditions, as they typically find hot weather conditions to be uncomfortable and taxing.

Toy Poxer Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Toy Poxer have? What is the activity level of the Toy Poxer?
Toy Poxer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Toy Poxer need? How much exercise do Toy Poxer dogs require per day?

Do Toy Poxer dogs need a lot of exercises?

Toy Poxer dogs have an average exercise need. This breed is satisfied with short walks every weekday and a long ones on weekends.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Toy Poxer breed need?
Toy Poxer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Toy Poxer Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Toy Poxer need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Toy Poxer breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Toy Poxer? How much food should I feed my Toy Poxer?
1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Toy Poxer risk for obesity:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Toy Poxer weight regularly.

Toy Poxer Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Toy Poxer have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FineDense
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Toy Poxer coats?
BlackTan White Fawn Chocolate
Grooming
How to groom the Toy Poxer and how often? How often should I take my Toy Poxer to the groomer?
Effortless: The Toy Poxer requires minimal grooming. Seasonal flea treatment is needed, but cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't necessary.

Ears and eyes should be cleaned sometimes to avoid infections. Toy Poxer is one of the best choices if you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of a high-maintenance dog.

Highly recommended for beginners.
Shedding Level
How much do Toy Poxer dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Poxer? Do Toy Poxer dogs shed a lot?
Toy Poxer dogs shed above average. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. The amount and frequency of hair loss mostly depend on their health status and breed type. If you don't like vacuum cleaning, you might have to reconsider your choice of having a puppy from the Toy Poxer breed.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Toy Poxer need a bath? How often should you give a Toy Poxer a bath? Can I bathe my Toy Poxer every day?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. While a good bath every now and then is a great way to keep your buddy from becoming overly smelly, be mindful about overbathing.

Bathing will wash away your dog’s natural oils, while a simple brushing every few days should keep them clean.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Toy Poxer breed hypoallergenic?
No
Toy Poxer dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

High 🔼

The Toy Poxer has a high chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Toy Poxer drool?
The Toy Poxer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Toy Poxer could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Toy Poxer.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Toy Poxer Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Toy Poxer dogs get along with other pets? Are Toy Poxer dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Toy Poxer dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Toy Poxer temperament with other people:
Toy Poxer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Are Toy Poxer dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Toy Poxer temperament with children:
Toy Poxer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Toy Poxer dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Toy Poxer breed live with a cat?
Toy Poxer dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Toy Poxer good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Toy Poxer dogs get along with other dogs?
Toy Poxer dogs are dog-friendly dogs. If you want more dogs in your family or you'd like to join dog meetups, the Toy Poxer can be a great choice.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Toy Poxer breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Toy Poxer breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Toy Poxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Toy Poxer dogs good office canines? Do Toy Poxer dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Toy Poxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Toy Poxer dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Poxer temperament with senior people? Are Toy Poxer dogs good for elderly owners?
Toy Poxers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Toy Poxer As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Toy Poxer be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Toy Poxer is not the best breed for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Toy Poxer be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Toy Poxer be an emotional support animal?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Toy Poxer breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Toy Poxer be a sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Toy Poxer is not the best breed for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Toy Poxer be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and locating missing people.

The Toy Poxer is not the best breed for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Toy Poxer be a boat dog?

Not really

Toy Poxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Toy Poxer be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Toy Poxer is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Toy Poxer dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Toy Poxer Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Toy Poxer pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Toy Poxer breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Toy Poxer: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Toy Poxer have in a litter? How many puppies can the Toy Poxer breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Toy Poxer have? How many puppies can a Toy Poxer give birth to?
2-6 puppies

Toy Poxer Recognition

AKC Group
Is Toy Poxer recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Toy Poxer recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What kennel clubs and organizations recognize or register the Toy Poxer breed?
Dog Registry of America Inc.American Canine Hybrid ClubDesigner Breed RegistryDesigner Dogs Kennel ClubInternational Designer Canine Registry

Toy Poxer Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Health Issues: Toy Poxers are commonly healthy dogs.
  • Apartment Friendly: Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poxer breed.
  • Grooming: Effortless: The Toy Poxer requires minimal grooming.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Toy Poxer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Mouthiness: Toy Poxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Adaptability: Toy Poxer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Cat Friendly: Toy Poxer dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
  • Dog Friendly: Toy Poxer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Toy Poxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
Cons
  • Intelligent Rank: Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
  • Hypoallergenic: Toy Poxer dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Shedding Level: Toy Poxer dogs shed above average.
  • Stinkiness: The Toy Poxer has a high chance of bad smell.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poxer's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Toy Poxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Toy Poxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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