Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful

Agile
Protective
Intelligent
Trainable
Loyal

Smooth Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Catalan Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Catalan, Pyrenees Dogs and Ancient Roman Guarding Breeds

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1700s

Ancient Times

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Herding

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
White
Black
Cream

Fawn
Black
Gray
Sable

Smooth Fox Terriers have short coats.

Catalan Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

A Smooth Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Catalan Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Smooth Fox Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Catalan Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Smooth Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Catalan Sheepdogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Hip Dysplasia

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Dental Problems

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Physical Examination

Smooth Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Catalan Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Smooth Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Catalan Sheepdog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Catalan Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Smooth Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Catalan Sheepdogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Smooth Fox Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Catalan Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Playing, Sleeping, Watching tv, Hanging out, Petting a, Chatting

Run, Hike, Play keep away, Chase, Hide & Seek, Off-leash, Dog Parks

Smooth Fox Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Catalan Sheepdogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Catalan Sheepdog, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Fox Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Catalan Sheepdogs usually need at least 70 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Smooth Fox Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Catalan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Smooth Fox Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Catalan Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Smooth Fox Terrier feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Catalan Sheepdog feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Catalan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Fox Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Catalan Sheepdog is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Smooth Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Catalan Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Catalan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Smooth Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Catalan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Smooth Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Catalan Sheepdogs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Smooth Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Catalan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.