Unfortunately, the Smooth Fox Pinscher is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Maltons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Fearless
Clever

Active
Playful
Happy
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Eager
Easygoing
Smart

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

Maltons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Smooth Fox Terrier, Miniature Pinscher

Maltese, Cavachon

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Blue
White
Fawn

Brown
Black
White

Smooth Fox Pinschers have short coats.

Maltons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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 Malton 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.

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

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

None Known

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

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

Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Bladder Stones
Corneal Dystrophy

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

Eye examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

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

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

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.

Maltons 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 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 Malton, it's at least 5 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 Maltons usually need at least 15 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, Malton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Malton feed 0.7 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 Malton is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

Maltons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Maltons are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Maltons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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