Adaptable
Fearless
Loyal
Companionable
Loving
Obedient

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Clever

Leonbergers shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Germany

United States

newfoundland, long haired saint bernard, pyrenean mountain dog

Dachshund and Smooth Fox Terrier

1800s

1990s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Sable
Brindle

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

Leonbergers have medium-length coats.

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

A Leonberger can have a litter of 8-10 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.

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.

Leonbergers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Smooth Foxie Doxies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Leonbergers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

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

Laryngeal Paralysis
Inherited Leonberger Polyneuropathy

Deafness
Allergies
Diabetes
Congenital Eye Defects

Hip X-Rays
Eyes
Hips
Skeletal
Physical Examination
Throat

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Leonberger, it's at least 15 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 Smooth Foxie Doxie, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Leonbergers 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 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.

The Leonberger requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-170 pound (54 - 77 kg) Leonberger feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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.

The average cost of a Leonberger is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Foxie Doxie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Leonberger is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 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 Leonberger is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

Leonbergers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.