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

Affectionate
Gentle
Loving
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

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

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

Smooth Fox Terrier and Beagle

Yorkshire Terrier and Dachshund

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1990

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Brown
Isabella
Red

Brown
Black
Red
Blue

Smooth Fox Beagles have short coats.

Dorkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Dorkie 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.

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

Dorkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

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

Entropion
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Acanthosis Nigricans

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

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Work

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

Walking, Napping, Snuggling, Playing, Playing outside, Cudling, Running, Walk, Nap, Fetch, Tug, Balls, Walks, Reading, Tug-of-war, Bath time, Frisbee, Road trip, Soccer, Play, Chase, Off-leash, Eating Snacks, Shopping, High Five, Cuddling, Cows, Bird Dog, Playing fetch, Chasing

Smooth Fox Beagles 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.

Dorkies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Dorkie dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Dorkie, it's at least 4 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 Dorkies 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.

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

Dorkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Fox Beagle 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 Dorkie is between $32 - $42. This makes an average of $384 - $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.

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

Dorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Dorkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Dorkies 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.