Unfortunately, the Smooth Foxingese is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Afghan Chons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Aggressive
Fearless
Good-natured
Opinionated

Playful
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful

United States

United States

Smooth Fox Terrier, Pekingese

Bichon Frise, Afghan Hound

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

White
Cream

Smooth Foxingeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Afghan Chons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Curly

A Smooth Foxingese 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.

An Afghan Chon 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.

Smooth Foxingeses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Hydrocephalus
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Hearing and Ear Tests
Cardiac Test
DNA

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Complete Blood Test

Smooth Foxingeses 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.

Afghan Chons 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 Smooth Foxingese, it's at least 6 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 Afghan Chon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxingeses 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 Afghan Chons 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.

Smooth Foxingeses 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.

Afghan Chons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Smooth Foxingese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Afghan Chon 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Smooth Foxingese 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 11-75 pound (5 - 34 kg) Afghan Chon 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 Foxingese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afghan Chon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxingese 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 an Afghan Chon 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.

Smooth Foxingeses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Afghan Chons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Smooth Foxingeses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Afghan Chons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Afghan Chons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Smooth Foxingeses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

Afghan Chons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Afghan Chons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Afghan Chons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.