Loving
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Fearless

Jack-Rat Terriers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Smooth Fox Beagles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Jack Russell Terrier, Rat Terrier

Smooth Fox Terrier and Beagle

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Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

White
Blue
Brown
Red

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Brown
Isabella
Red

A Jack-Rat Terrier 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 Beagle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Cardiomyopathy
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Pulmonic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Hemivertebrae
Familial Nephropathy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cleft Palate
Cutaneous Asthenia
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Eye Conditions

Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Canine Glaucoma
Myasthenia Gravis

Dna Test For Vwd
Thyroid Tests
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap
Heart Rate Tests

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood Panel
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Jack-Rat Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Run, Hike, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, Off-leash, Walking, BREED ISSUES, HER/MINE ISSUES, Sleeping, Eating, Running, Walk, Chase a ball, Playing toys, Playing catch, Cuddeling, Playing fetch, Giving pig ear, Watching tv, Retrival games, Playdate, Frisbee, Wrestling, Chase, Tracking, Park visits, Car rides, Napping, Jogging

Park walking, Play keep away, Play fighting, Walk, Kayaking, Boating, Camping, Atv riding, Cuddling

Jack-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.

Smooth Fox Beagles 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 Jack-Rat Terrier, it's at least 12 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 Beagle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jack-Rat Terriers usually need at least 120 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 Beagles 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-26 pound (9 - 12 kg) Jack-Rat Terrier feed 3 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 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Smooth Fox Beagle 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 Jack-Rat Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Beagle is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jack-Rat Terrier is between $49 - $63. This makes an average of $588 - $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 Fox Beagle 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.

Jack-Rat Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Smooth Fox Beagles are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Jack-Rat Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Jack-Rat Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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