Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Confident
Devoted
Lively
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Clever
Charming

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless

United States

United States

Shiba Inu, Dachshund

Boston Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Fawn
Sable
White

White
Black
Fawn
Brindle

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

Smooth Foxtons have short coats.

A Shibadox 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.

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.

Hip Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA for VWD

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

Shibadoxs 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.

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.

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

In general most Shibadoxs usually need at least 30 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 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Shibadox is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Shibadox is between $42 - $49. This makes an average of $504 - $588 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 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.

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

The Smooth Foxton is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Shibadoxs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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