Active
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Clever

Affectionate
Intelligent
Faithful
Loyal

Smooth Foxie Doxies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

Switzerland

Dachshund and Smooth Fox Terrier

Molosser, Mastiff-type

1990s

Ancient Times

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
White

Smooth Foxie Doxies have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Smooth Foxie Doxie 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 Bernese Mountain Dog can have a litter of 7-10 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 Foxie Doxies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Bernese Mountain Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Bernese Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Histicytosis
Dental Disease
Meningitis
Obesity

Deafness
Allergies
Diabetes
Congenital Eye Defects

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Kidney Problems
Color Dilution Alopecia

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Up:Uc Ratio For Kidney Function
CT Scan
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

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

Bernese Mountain Dog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Walk, Swim, Play, Car rides, Hiking, Sleep, Eating Snacks

Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Exploring, Playing, Fetching, Smelling, Greeting, Jumping, Running, Cuddling, Rolling around, Sunbathing, Sniffing grass, Rolling, Walk, Bark, Play, Run, Pet, Lick, Chase, Fetch, Kiss, Shake, Eating Snacks, Nap, Soccer, Road trip, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Foxie Doxie, 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 Bernese Mountain Dog, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxie Doxies 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 Bernese Mountain Dogs 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.

The Smooth Foxie Doxie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Bernese Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Bernese Mountain Dog 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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Smooth Foxie Doxie 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 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Bernese Mountain Dog 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 Smooth Foxie Doxie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bernese Mountain Dog is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxie Doxie 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 a Bernese Mountain Dog 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.

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

Bernese Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Smooth Foxie Doxies are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Smooth Foxie Doxies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bernese Mountain Dogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Smooth Foxie Doxies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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