Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Fearless
Quiet
Faithful

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

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

Spinone Italianos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

Italy

American Cocker Spaniel and Smooth Fox Terrier

italian rough-haired dog

2000s

ancient times

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

Smooth Foxkers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Spinone Italianos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Smooth Foxker can have a litter of 6-8 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 Spinone Italiano can have a litter of 12-14 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.

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

Spinone Italianos have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Bloat
Ataxia

Distichiasis
Deafness
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Hearing and Ear Tests
Eye and Ear Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

Spinone Italiano has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Foxkers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Spinone Italianos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Smooth Foxkers 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.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Foxker, it's at least 8 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 Spinone Italiano, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxkers usually need at least 90 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 Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 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
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Smooth Foxker 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 70-84 pound (32 - 38 kg) Spinone Italiano 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.

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

The average cost of a Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxker is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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 and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Spinone Italianos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

Spinone Italianos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.