Active
Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Cheerful

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Trainable
Fearless
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Pyredoodles are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Smooth Fox Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

Poodle and Great Pyrenees

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brown
Fawn
Black
White

Cream
White

Smooth Foxy Russells have medium-length coats.

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

Straight

Wavy

A Smooth Foxy Russell 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 Pyredoodle can have a litter of 6-9 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.

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

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

Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Bloat
Canine Cushing’s Disease

Glaucoma

Digestive

Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Full Body Physical Examination

Smooth Foxy Russell has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Pyredoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Smooth Foxy Russells 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.

Pyredoodles 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 Smooth Foxy Russell, it's at least 14 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 Pyredoodle, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxy Russells usually need at least 80 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 Pyredoodles 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.

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

Pyredoodles 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.

Smooth Foxy Russell 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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Smooth Foxy Russell 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 90-100 pound (41 - 45 kg) Pyredoodle 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 Foxy Russell is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Pyredoodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxy Russell is between $36 - $42. This makes an average of $432 - $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 Pyredoodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Foxy Russells can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Smooth Foxy Russells are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Smooth Foxy Russells are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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