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Smooth Fox Terrier Puppies

If you are thinking of getting a Smooth Fox Terrier whether as a first-time owner or someone who already owns dogs there’s still the matter of where to start. Knowing everything you can about the breed is very important especially for first-time owners. Discover more about our Smooth Fox Terrier puppies for sale below!

  • Great with kids
  • Active breed
  • Alert watchdog

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  • Exercise 60 min a day
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About the Smooth Fox Terrier

The Smooth Fox Terrier is a spirited and affectionate breed that boasts a rich history as both a companion and a diligent hunting dog. Originally developed in England for fox hunting, these dogs are known for their sharp instincts, intelligence, and lively personality. As you welcome a Smooth Fox Terrier into your home, you can expect a playful companion that thrives on interaction and affection, making them a great fit for families who enjoy an active lifestyle.

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With a moderate level of energy, Smooth Fox Terriers require regular exercise to stay healthy and happy. Daily walks or play sessions will keep them content and entertained, ensuring they channel their enthusiasm in positive ways. While they may not be the best choice for apartment living due to their spirited nature and tendency to bark, they can adapt to various living situations when provided with sufficient physical and mental stimulation. These dogs are known to be good with children and other dogs, though they may occasionally demonstrate a little bit of a competitive streak when it comes to playtime.

Grooming your Smooth Fox Terrier is relatively easy, as a weekly brushing is usually sufficient to maintain their sleek coat. They do shed moderately, so brushing helps to minimize loose hair in your home. Their intelligence and eagerness to please make them fairly easy to train, and early socialization and obedience training are always beneficial for their development. Overall, if you’re looking for a loving and engaging companion that brings a spark of joy to your everyday life, the Smooth Fox Terrier could be the perfect addition to your family. If you’re in the Houston area, consider visiting Petland Katy & Stafford – Houston, Texas, to learn more about bringing one of these delightful dogs into your home.

Smooth Fox Terrier breed profile

Every score below is set by our team for this breed. Higher is simply more of that trait, not better or worse.

Temperament

  • Affection Affectionate
  • Playfulness Always game
  • With strangers Friendly
  • Territorial Somewhat
  • Prey drive High

Family & other pets

  • Young children With supervision
  • Older children Good
  • Other dogs Usually fine
  • Cats Needs care

Energy & exercise

  • Energy Very high
  • Mental stimulation High

Training

  • Trainability Quick to learn
  • Intelligence Very bright
  • Stubbornness A stubborn streak

Care & upkeep

  • Shedding Moderate
  • Drooling None to speak of
  • Barking Vocal

Home life

  • Apartment living Prefers a house
  • Time alone A few hours
  • Cold weather Needs a coat
  • Warm weather Average

A good match for

  • First-time owners Manageable
  • Senior owners Suitable
  • Running partner Excellent
  • Hiking Good
  • Therapy work Unlikely
  • Guarding Low

Living with a Smooth Fox Terrier

HISTORY

With a fairly undocumented history, the dog can still be traced back to the 18th century. An early presentation of the dog comes from a painting by Colonel Thornton, who sort to create a portrait of his dog Pitch, this portrait was one of the first documented evidence of a Smooth Fox Terrier. By the Mid-19th century the Smooth Fox Terrier began to appear in circus shows and in 1885, the American Kennel Club recognized the Smooth Fox Terrier as distinct from the wire fox terrier as the two were intertwined and were referred to as the same breed before their ultimate separation. Today, the majority of the Smooth Fox Terrier can be traced back to several famous wire fox terriers.

TEMPERAMENT

There is a lot that can be expected from the Smooth Fox Terrier in terms of behavior. For starters, they jump around at every playful opportunity that presents itself, this happens most especially when there are kids around. As much as the dog is most enthusiastic and cheerful, they are also very bold and brave but can easily become a bully if they sense negligence on the part of their owners. Fiercely devoted and loyal, the high energy breed is intelligent and loves to learn new tricks.

ENVIRONMENT

Outgoing, friendly and energetic, the lifestyle of the Smooth Fox Terriers is perfectly suited for anyone whose way of living is very active. They are also perfect companions for kids as they never get tired of playing games. However, as long as you keep them well-exercised, the dogs can stay in an apartment.

EXERCISE

Most dogs love their daily walk, this is a habit that should be instilled in the Smooth Fox Terrier. This helps him to burn a lot of excess energy. Frequent exercise is a must with this dog, when it has too much energy it might begin to behave badly. The dog also loves to hunt so using a Frisbee or playing Fetch would help to tame this part of him, that is if you don’t enjoy hunting as a sport but if you do, you can carry him along, he serves as one of the best hunting companions. Other exercises you can engage him in include, jogs, swimming, races whatever would ensure the depletion of his energy level.

GROOMING

If you don’t find excessive shedding an issue then you would love how low maintenance this breed is. All that is required to make its coat good and clean is a pair of scissors or clippers. The hair of a Smooth Fox Terriers body grows out evenly across its entire body so you wouldn’t find fluffy tails or rough collars here. It is advised to brush its coat daily to minimize shedding.

Another thing to take into account is a well-trimmed nails which can be done once every month. Also, ensure that you clean the hair between his footpad. Maintaining oral hygiene is a necessity, although the terrier isn’t vulnerable to dental problems it’s just important to brush his teeth regularly.

Our Smooth Fox Terrier puppies for sale come from either USDA licensed commercial breeders or hobby breeders with no more than 5 breeding mothers. USDA licensed commercial breeders account for less than 20% of all breeders in the country.

The unregulated breeders who are selling outside of the USDA regulations and without a license are what we consider to be “Puppy Mills.” We are committed to offering Smooth Fox Terrier puppies who will grow up to become important members of your family. We only purchase puppies from the very best sources, and we stand behind every puppy we sell.

Caring for a Smooth Fox Terrier

Grooming
Weekly brushing
Grooming cost
Low
Monthly food
Average
Outdoor space
A yard is recommended
Allergy friendly
Not considered hypoallergenic

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Smooth Fox Terriers good pets?

The breed certainly makes great pets but it’s important to know and understand its nature. Especially because he has a happy and energetic temperament so you would need to keep him well adjusted.

Are Smooth Fox Terriers Dangerously Aggressive?

Foxes are skilled and love to learn new tricks, they, however, need a lot of exercises as they are extremely energetic. They are not dangerously aggressive towards people; however, a tired fox terrier is usually a well-behaved dog.

Are Smooth Fox Terriers easy to train?

They are not difficult to train but if you can’t manage the work then it is best to hire a professional trainer.

Can Smooth Fox Terriers be affectionate?

Smooth Fox Terriers are active little dogs that love their family unit and can be very dedicated.

Does the Smooth Fox Terrier shed a lot?

Their short hairs tend to come off a lot, they stick to your hand when you pet them, they stick to your clothing and your furniture.

How long do Smooth Fox Terriers live?

The lifespan of the dog has been calculated to be anything from 12-15 year.

What predominant health problems do Smooth Fox Terriers have?

Deafness is a predominant problem in most white dogs and Smooth Fox Terriers aren’t an exception.

How long do Smooth Fox Terriers have to exercise daily?

The dog requires a 40 minute per day exercise routine.

What’s the drooling tendency like for Smooth Fox Terriers?

Smooth Fox Terriers have a low tendency to drool.

Do Smooth Fox Terriers bark a lot?

The high energetic dog loves to bark.

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