Unfortunately, the Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Care-Tzus are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Assertive

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Care-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Smooth Fox Terrier and American Rat Terrier

Cairn Terrier, Shih Tzu

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Black
White

Gray
Black
Silver

A Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier can have a litter of 5-7 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 Care-Tzu can have a litter of 2-10 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.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Care-Tzus are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Hip Dysplasia

Cryptorchidism
Globoid-Cell Leukodystrophy

Glaucoma
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

MRI
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Complete Blood Count
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA Test
F-Wave Analysis
Peripheral Nerve Conduction Rate

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

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

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers 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.

Care-Tzus 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 Foxy Rat Terrier, 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 Care-Tzu, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers 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 Care-Tzus 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.

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

Care-Tzus 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.

Smooth Foxy Rat 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

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

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

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

Care-Tzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Care-Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Care-Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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