Shikoku
VS
Smooth Fox Terrier
Shikoku vs Smooth Fox Terrier
Compare Shikoku and Smooth Fox Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Shikoku
Smooth Fox Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
48 – 52 cm
38 – 39 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
6 – 9 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 12 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming needs
2/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Shikoku
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Smooth Fox Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Summary
About Shikoku
The Shikoku is an ancient Japanese medium‑sized hunting spitz from Shikoku Island, bred for boar in steep mountains. Athletic, loyal, and reserved with strangers, it has a dense sesame double coat, strong prey drive, and needs experienced, active owners and regular mental and physical work.
About Smooth Fox Terrier
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a small, athletic, people‑oriented terrier with a short, easy‑care coat. Energetic, intelligent and independent, it needs plenty of exercise, training and mental stimulation. Affectionate yet intense, especially with small animals, it suits active, consistent owners.
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