Playful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Trainable
Vocal

Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive
Fearless

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

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

United States

United States

Coton de Tulear and Beagle

Smooth Fox Terrier and American Rat Terrier

2004

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Cream
Black
Red

Brown
Red
Black
White

A Coton-Beagle can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Hip Dysplasia

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Cutaneous Asthenia

Glaucoma
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

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

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

Coton-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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Coton-Beagle, it's at least 7 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 Foxy Rat Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Coton-Beagles 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.

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.

The Coton-Beagle requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-30 pound (7 - 14 kg) Coton-Beagle feed 2 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 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.

The average cost of a Coton-Beagle is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Coton-Beagle is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 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.

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.

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

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

Coton-Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Coton-Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Smooth Foxy Rat Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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