Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Fearless

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

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

Cocker Jacks are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Smooth Fox Terrier and Beagle

Cocker Spaniel, Jack Russell Terrier

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Brown
Isabella
Red

Black
White
Brown
Cream

Smooth Fox Beagles have short coats.

Cocker Jacks have medium-length coats.

A Smooth Fox Beagle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

A Cocker Jack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Canine Glaucoma
Myasthenia Gravis

Allergies
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood Panel
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests
Biochemical Profile Tests

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

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

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

Cocker Jacks are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Park walking, Play keep away, Play fighting, Walk, Kayaking, Boating, Camping, Atv riding, Cuddling

Retreiving, Hiking, Ball, Walk, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Beach days, Swim, Ball playing, Walks, Throwing ball, Fell walking, Woodland walks, Swimming, Train, Trick, Pool, Eating, Frisbee, Walking, Playing, Cuddling

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Fox Beagle, it's at least 10 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 Cocker Jack, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Fox Beagles 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 Cocker Jacks usually need at least 90 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 Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Cocker Jack requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Beagle is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cocker Jack is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Cocker Jacks are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Fox Beagles are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

Cocker Jacks are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.