Playful
Loyal
Goofy
Social
Territorial
Guarding

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Fearless
Clever

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

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

Pug, Chihuahua

Smooth Fox Terrier, Miniature Pinscher

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brindle
Cream
White
Brown
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
White
Fawn

Chugs have medium-length coats.

Smooth Fox Pinschers have short coats.

A Chug can have a litter of 10-13 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 Pinscher 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.

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

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

Chugs 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 Smooth Fox Pinscher breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Collapsed Trachea

None Known

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Dry Eye

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Myasthenia Gravis

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Tests
Ophthalmologic Examination

Skin Evaluation
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Chug has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Chugs 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 Fox Pinschers 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 Chug, it's at least 5 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 Pinscher, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chugs 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 Fox Pinschers 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 Chug is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

Chugs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

Chugs are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

Chugs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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

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