Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless

Clever
Devoted
Playful
Courageous
Lively
Stubborn

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

Dachshunds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

Germany

Boston Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

Braque, Pinscher, French Basset Hound, Spaniel, Terrier

Unknown

1500s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

White
Black
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Sable
Brindle
Pied

Smooth Foxtons have short coats.

Dachshunds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Smooth Foxton can have a litter of 3-6 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 Dachshund can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Bloat

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

Deafness
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

Hearing
Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
(Dna Test For Pra)
Eye Examination

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

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

Smooth Foxtons sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Smooth Foxtons 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.

Dachshunds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Foxton, it's at least 8 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 Dachshund, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxtons usually need at least 45 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 Dachshunds 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.

Smooth Foxton 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

In general Dachshund should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Smooth Foxton feed 1 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 11-32 pound (5 - 15 kg) Dachshund feed 1.4 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 Foxton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Dachshund is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxton is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 Dachshund is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Foxtons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dachshunds are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Dachshunds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Smooth Foxtons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Dachshunds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Smooth Foxtons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Dachshunds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.