Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Fearless
Clever

Active
Protective
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Tempered
Kind
Sweet
Tenacious
Trainable
Fearless

Smooth Fox Terrier, Miniature Pinscher

Black Mouth Cur and Basset Hound

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
White
Fawn

Brown
Black
Fawn
Brindle

Smooth Fox Pinschers have short coats.

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

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.

A Cursset can have a litter of 5-10 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 Fox Pinschers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Curssets are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

None Known

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

None

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

Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Optical Examination

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

Cursset has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Fox Pinschers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Curssets have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cursset, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

In general most Curssets usually need at least 50 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 Fox Pinscher 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, Cursset should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Smooth Fox Pinscher 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 45-95 pound (20 - 43 kg) Cursset 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 Fox Pinscher is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Cursset is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Fox Pinscher is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Cursset 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.

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

The Cursset is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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