Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive
Clever

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful

Lhasa Apso, Dachshund

terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Fawn
Brown

Pied
White
Black
Cream

Dachsi Apsos have medium-length coats.

Smooth Fox Terriers have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Dachsi Apso 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 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.

Hip Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

None

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

X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

Smooth Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Walk, Run, Swim, Fetch, Car rides, Snuggle, Dog Parks, Vacation, Walks

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dachsi Apso, it's at least 9 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 Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dachsi Apsos usually need at least 40 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 Fox Terriers 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.

Dachsi Apsos 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.

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

Ideally, Dachsi Apso should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Dachsi Apso 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 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.

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

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dachsi Apso 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 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.

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

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

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

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

Dachsi Apsos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Dachsi Apsos are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Smooth Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Dachsi Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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