Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Trainable
Cheerful
Faithful
Instinctual

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful

Jack-A-Poos aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Smooth Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

England

Jack Russell Terrier and Poodle

terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

1990’s

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Black
Brown
Gray
Blue

Pied
White
Black
Cream

Jack-A-Poos have medium-length coats.

Smooth Fox Terriers have short coats.

Curly

Straight

A Jack-A-Poo 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 Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
vonWillebrand’s Disease

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

Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Jack-A-Poos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Smooth Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Jack-A-Poo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Jack-A-Poos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Smooth Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Jack-A-Poos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Jack-A-Poo dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Smooth Fox Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Eating Snacks, Cuddling, Fetch, Parktime, Boat ride, Bubbles

Playing, Sleeping, Watching tv, Hanging out, Petting a, Chatting

Jack-A-Poos 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 Terriers 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-A-Poo, 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 Smooth Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Jack-A-Poos require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-25 pound (6 - 11 kg) Jack-A-Poo 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 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Smooth Fox Terrier 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.

The average cost of a Jack-A-Poo is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jack-A-Poo 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 Smooth Fox Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $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.

Jack-A-Poo is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Smooth Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

Smooth Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Jack-A-Poos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Jack-A-Poos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Smooth Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Smooth Fox Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.