Smooth Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

German Sheprador has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful

Energetic
Loyal
Protective
Alert
Guarding
Hunting
Trainable

Smooth Fox Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

German Shepradors shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a German Sheprador 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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United States

terrier

German Shepherd and Labrador Retriever

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

International Designer Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.

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Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
White
Black
Cream

White
Gray
Blue
Cream
Red
White
Black

Smooth Fox Terriers have short coats.

German Shepradors have medium-length coats.

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 German Sheprador can have a litter of 10-12 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.

German Shepradors have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

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

Ear Infections

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

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

German Sheprador has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Fox Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

German Sheprador has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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.

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

Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

German Sheprador dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

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

Walk, Swim, Hunt, Fetch, Nose work, Spring pole, Barn hunt, Running, Playdate, Frisbee, Hike, Chase, Dog Parks, Walking, Road trip, Tug-of-war, Cuddling, Tug of war, Hiking, Walks, Run, Jog, Jump, Riding in Car, Training, Tricks, Camping, Rough play, Playing, Shouting

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.

German Shepradors 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 German Sheprador, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The German Sheprador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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, German Sheprador should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 85-95 pound (39 - 43 kg) German Sheprador feed 3 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 German Sheprador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 German Sheprador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

German Sheprador is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Smooth Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Smooth Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

German Shepradors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

German Shepradors 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.

German Shepradors are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Smooth Fox Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

German Shepradors are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.