Which is Better between the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier? A Very Detailed Review.

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Portuguese Water Dog Versus Toy Fox Terrier: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Portuguese Water Dog and for the Toy Fox Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Portuguese Water Dog or the Toy Fox Terrier.

Portuguese Water Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier: Overview

A very important difference between the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Portuguese Water Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Toy Fox Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Portuguese Water Dog belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Toy Fox Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Portuguese Water Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Portuguese Water Dog to the Toy Fox Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier

Factor Portuguese Water Dog Toy Fox Terrier
Does NOT Shed 5/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the 8 to 11 inches at the shoulder
Life Span 10 to 14 years 13 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Weight 35 to 60 pounds 3 to 7 pounds
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2860 $1100
Price Range $2500 – $3300 $875 – $1200
Temperament Score 77.9 percent 80.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend annual exams until age 10
  • GM1 GANGLIOSIDOSIS
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy – Univ of Pennsylvania –
  • NYU
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • Sebaceous Adenitis
  • Congenital Hypothyroidism w/Goiter
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 50 111

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Portuguese Water Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Toy Fox Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Portuguese Water Dog is 84 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Toy Fox Terrier is 77 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Portuguese Water Dog is a better pet than the Toy Fox Terrier. So, you should get the Portuguese Water Dog!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier

    Below is a list of where the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are most different:

  • Portuguese Water Dogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Toy Fox Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Portuguese Water Dogs require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Toy Fox Terriers are very easy to groom.
  • Portuguese Water Dogs are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Toy Fox Terriers are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • The Similarities Between the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier

    The Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are most similar:

  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are very easy to train.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Portuguese Water Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier.

    Portuguese Water Dogs weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Water Dogs are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Toy Fox Terriers weigh 3 to 7 pounds when fully grown. Toy Fox Terriers are 8 to 11 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier

    The lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Toy Fox Terriers is between 13 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terriers is 13.5 years.

    Toy Fox Terriers live longer than Portuguese Water Dogs.

    Temperament of the Portuguese Water Dog Versus the Toy Fox Terrier

    The Toy Fox Terrier has a better temperament than the Portuguese Water Dog.

    This is because the temperament score for the Toy Fox Terrier is 80.0 percent while the temperament score for the Portuguese Water Dog is 77.9 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 77.9 percent, the Portuguese Water Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 80.0 percent, the Toy Fox Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 163 Portuguese Water Dogs and 10 Toy Fox Terriers.

    Price of Portuguese Water Dog versus Price of Toy Fox Terrier

    The average price of the Portuguese Water Dog puppy is $2860. The price of the Portuguese Water Dog typically ranges from $2500 – $3300. However, the price of a Portuguese Water Dog can be as low as $900 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 140 Portuguese Water Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Toy Fox Terrier puppy is $1100. The price of the Toy Fox Terrier typically ranges from $875 – $1200. However, the price of the Toy Fox Terrier can be as low as $400 and as high as $2800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 79 Toy Fox Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Portuguese Water Dog is more expensive than the Toy Fox Terrier.

    Portuguese Water Dog Toy Fox Terrier
    Average Price $2860 $1100
    Price Range $2500 to $3300 $875 to $1200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Portuguese Water Dog and Toy Fox Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Portuguese Water Dog puppies or how many Toy Fox Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Portuguese Water Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Portuguese Water Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Toy Fox Terriers

    A breakdown of the prices of Toy Fox Terriers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Portuguese Water Dog puppy or the Toy Fox Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    The Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog versus Popularity of Toy Fox Terrier

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Portuguese Water Dog is more popular with dog owners than the Toy Fox Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Portuguese Water Dog is 50 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Toy Fox Terrier is 111 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog

    Popularity of Portuguese Water Dog

    Popularity of Toy Fox Terrier

    Popularity of Toy Fox Terrier

    Year Portuguese Water Dog Popularity Rank Toy Fox Terrier Popularity Rank
    2013 49 107
    2014 52 115
    2015 52 110
    2016 51 116
    2017 54 112
    2018 50 111
    2019 49 107
    2020 49 113

    Health Problems of Portuguese Water Dog versus Health Problems of Toy Fox Terrier

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Portuguese Water Dog is prone to more genetic health problems than the Toy Fox Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Portuguese Water Dog than for the Toy Fox Terrier.

    11 health tests are recommended for Portuguese Water Dog while 5 tests are recommended for the Toy Fox Terrier.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Portuguese Water Dogs and in Toy Fox Terriers.

    Portuguese Water Dog Health Problems

    Portuguese Water Dogs are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Portuguese Water Dog puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Portuguese Water Dog puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Portuguese Water Dog breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Portuguese Water Dogs for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- recommend annual exams until age 10
  • GM1 GANGLIOSIDOSIS
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy – Univ of Pennsylvania –
  • NYU
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
  • Sebaceous Adenitis
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Portuguese Water Dogs here.

    Toy Fox Terrier Health Problems

    Toy Fox Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Toy Fox Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Toy Fox Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Toy Fox Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Toy Fox Terriers for:

  • Congenital Hypothyroidism w/Goiter
  • Legg-Calve-Perthes
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Toy Fox Terriers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Portuguese Water Dogs and Toy Fox Terriers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Portuguese Water Dog Breed is Early Onset Pra problems.

    This is because the Portuguese Water Dog ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Early Onset Pra problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 788 Portuguese Water Dogs, 0 of them had Early Onset Pra problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Portuguese Water Dogs, and how common these diseases are in Portuguese Water Dogs relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Early Onset Pra problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 15 out of 32 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 59 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 94 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 111 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 140 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Toy Fox Terrier Breed is Spinocerebellar Ataxia problems.

    This is because the Toy Fox Terrier ranks 3 out of 4 dog breeds for Spinocerebellar Ataxia problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 236 Toy Fox Terriers, 3 of them had Spinocerebellar Ataxia problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Toy Fox Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Toy Fox Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Spinocerebellar Ataxia problems: Rank 3 out of 4 Dog Breeds
  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 10 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 21 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Portuguese Water Dog and in Toy Fox Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier:

    Disease Portuguese Water Dog Rank Toy Fox Terrier Rank
    Early Onset Pra problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems 15 out of 32 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 59 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 94 out of 198 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 111 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 140 out of 182 dog breeds Not Common
    Spinocerebellar Ataxia problems Not Common 3 out of 4 dog breeds
    Primary Lens Luxation problems Not Common 10 out of 17 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 21 out of 145 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Portuguese Water Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier

    Portuguese Water Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Toy Fox Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Portuguese Water Dogs shed more than Toy Fox Terriers?

    Portuguese Water Dogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Toy Fox Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Portuguese Water Dog or the Toy Fox Terrier

    Portuguese Water Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Toy Fox Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Portuguese Water Dog or the Toy Fox Terrier?

    Portuguese Water Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Toy Fox Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Portuguese Water Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Toy Fox Terrier?

    Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Toy Fox Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Portuguese Water Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Toy Fox Terriers?

    Portuguese Water Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Toy Fox Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Toy Fox Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Portuguese Water Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Toy Fox Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Portuguese Water Dog vs. Toy Fox Terrier

    Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Toy Fox Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Toy Fox Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Portuguese Water Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Toy Fox Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Portuguese Water Dog or the Toy Fox Terrier?

    Portuguese Water Dogs get along very well with other dogs.

    Toy Fox Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Portuguese Water Dogs good family dogs? What about Toy Fox Terriers?

    Portuguese Water Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Toy Fox Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Portuguese Water Dogs and Toy Fox Terriers?

    Portuguese Water Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Toy Fox Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Portuguese Water Dog Easier to Train than the Toy Fox Terrier?

    Portuguese Water Dogs are very easy to train.

    Toy Fox Terriers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Portuguese Water Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Toy Fox Terrier?

    Portuguese Water Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.

    Toy Fox Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Portuguese Water Dog or the Toy Fox Terrier?

    Portuguese Water Dogs are OK for new dog owners.

    Toy Fox Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Water Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Portuguese Water Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Portuguese Water Dog:

  • Bernedoodle (83 percent match with Portuguese Water Dog). Here is our comparison of the Toy Fox Terrier vs Bernedoodle.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (79 percent match with Portuguese Water Dog). Here is our comparison of the Toy Fox Terrier vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Toy Fox Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Toy Fox Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Toy Fox Terrier:

  • Cairn Terrier (78 percent match with Toy Fox Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Water Dog vs Cairn Terrier.
  • Ibizan Hound (76 percent match with Toy Fox Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Water Dog vs Ibizan Hound.
  • Lowchen (77 percent match with Toy Fox Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Water Dog vs Lowchen.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Portuguese Water Dog and how the Toy Fox Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Portuguese Water Dog and of the Toy Fox Terrier to other breeds:

    Portuguese Water Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Portuguese Water Dog versus Norwegian Lundehund     Portuguese Water Dog versus Lhasa Apso     Portuguese Water Dog versus Sloughi     Portuguese Water Dog versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Portuguese Water Dog versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Portuguese Water Dog versus Bernedoodle     Portuguese Water Dog versus Dogo Argentino     Portuguese Water Dog versus Borzoi     Portuguese Water Dog versus Australian Cattle Dog     Portuguese Water Dog versus Black Mouth Cur     Portuguese Water Dog versus Bolognese     Portuguese Water Dog versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Portuguese Water Dog versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Portuguese Water Dog versus French Bulldog     Portuguese Water Dog versus Alaskan Malamute     Portuguese Water Dog versus Canaan Dog     Portuguese Water Dog versus Stabyhoun     Portuguese Water Dog versus German Longhaired Pointer     Portuguese Water Dog versus Bedlington Terrier     Portuguese Water Dog versus Standard Poodle     Portuguese Water Dog versus Shiloh Shepherd     Portuguese Water Dog versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Portuguese Water Dog versus Bolognese     Portuguese Water Dog versus Scottish Terrier     Portuguese Water Dog versus Canaan Dog     

    Toy Fox Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Toy Fox Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Toy Fox Terrier versus Saluki     Toy Fox Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd     Toy Fox Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer     Toy Fox Terrier versus Pomeranian     Toy Fox Terrier versus Australian Shepherd     Toy Fox Terrier versus Papillon     Toy Fox Terrier versus Norwich Terrier     Toy Fox Terrier versus Gordon Setter     Toy Fox Terrier versus Irish Water Spaniel     Toy Fox Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier     Toy Fox Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Toy Fox Terrier versus Mal Shi     Toy Fox Terrier versus Tibetan Mastiff     Toy Fox Terrier versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Toy Fox Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog     Toy Fox Terrier versus Airedale Terrier     Toy Fox Terrier versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Toy Fox Terrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Toy Fox Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Toy Fox Terrier versus Canaan Dog     Toy Fox Terrier versus Siberian Husky     Toy Fox Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund     Toy Fox Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier     

    Conclusion: Portuguese Water Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Portuguese Water Dog and the Toy Fox Terrier better suits you and your family.