Smooth Fox Terrier vs Beagle

Side-by-side comparison — size, temperament, traits, costs, and health

Smooth Fox Terrier
Category
Beagle

📏 Physical Stats

15 - 18
Weight (lbs)
20 - 35
15.5
Height (inches)
13 - 15
12 - 14 years
Life Expectancy
13 - 16 years
Terrier
Breed Group
Hound
Great Britain
Origin
Great Britain
Fox bolting
Bred For
Rabbit, hare hunting

⚡ Temperament & Traits

Scores are 1–5 from breed data. Higher = more of that trait. Barking: lower is quieter.

3/5
Energy Level
4/5
Better
4/5
Trainability
4/5
5/5
Good with Children
5/5
5/5
Good with Other Dogs
5/5
5/5
Grooming Needs
4/5
Better

💰 Cost of Ownership

Based on breed-specific cost data at a moderate care level — quality food, routine vet, occasional grooming, standard insurance. Actual costs vary by location and provider.

Annual Cost
$1,746
Smooth Fox Terrier
vs
Annual Cost
$2,077
Beagle
Smooth Fox Terrier
Expense
Beagle
$1,746
Lower ✓
Annual Cost
$2,077
$2,466
Lower ✓
First Year
$2,797
$23,418
Lower ✓
Lifetime Total
$30,837
$336
Lower ✓
Food (annual)
$552
$515
Lower ✓
Vet Care (annual)
$630
$210
Grooming (annual)
$210
$660
Insurance (annual)
$660
$55
Insurance (monthly)
$55

Over their lifetimes, a Smooth Fox Terrier (~13 yrs) costs approximately $7,419 less than a Beagle (~15 yrs) in total.

🏥 Health Considerations

Health conditions listed are common concerns for these breeds or breed groups. Not every dog will develop these conditions. Regular vet check-ups are the best prevention.

🐾 Temperament

Smooth Fox Terrier

Fearless, Affectionate, Alert, Playful, Intelligent, Active, Curious, Friendly, Gentle, Loyal, Dignified, Quiet

Beagle

Amiable, Even Tempered, Excitable, Determined, Gentle, Intelligent, Affectionate, Quiet, Curious, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Brave