Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Aggressive
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

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

Shiboss are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Shiba Inu, Boston Terrier

Smooth Fox Terrier and Beagle

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Blue
Black
White

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Brown
Isabella
Red

Shiboss have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Smooth Fox Beagles have short coats.

A Shibos can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Hip Dysplasia

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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Food Allergies

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

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

Shibos 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.

Cuddl, Soccer, Hiking, Fetch, Hike, Snuggle

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

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

In general most Shiboss 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.

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

The average cost of a Shibos is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

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

Smooth Fox Beagles are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Shiboss 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.

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

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

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

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

Shiboss 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.