Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Good-natured
Companionable
Vigilant

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

Rottie Bordeauxs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Smooth Fox Terrier and American Rat Terrier

Dogue de Bordeaux, Rottweiler

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Red
Black
White

Black
Fawn
White

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 Rottie Bordeaux can have a litter of 8-12 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.

Rottie Bordeauxs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Heart Disease
Cancer
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Aortic Stenosis

Glaucoma
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Ichthyosis

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

Eye
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Heart Analysis
Skin Scrape
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

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

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

Rottie Bordeauxs 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.

Rottie Bordeauxs 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 Rottie Bordeaux, it's at least 8 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 Rottie Bordeauxs 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.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-18 pound (7 - 8 kg) Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier 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 85-140 pound (39 - 64 kg) Rottie Bordeaux feed 4 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 Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Rottie Bordeaux is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier 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 Rottie Bordeaux is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Smooth Foxy Rat Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Rottie Bordeauxs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Rottie Bordeauxs 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.

Rottie Bordeauxs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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