Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Fearless

France

United States

Sheepdog

Boston Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

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Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Gray

White
Black
Fawn
Brindle

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Smooth Foxtons have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Berger Picard can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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.

Berger Picards are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Berger Picards are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cherry Eye
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Collie Eye Anomaly

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

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Knee
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination

Berger Picard has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Berger Picards 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 Berger Picard, it's at least 5 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.

The Berger Picard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

In general Berger Picard should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Smooth Foxton 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard 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.

For an average 12-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Smooth Foxton 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.

The average cost of a Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

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

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

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

Berger Picards 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.

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

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

Berger Picards are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Berger Picards 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.