Active
Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Fearless
Cheerful

Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Trainable
Cheerful
Faithful
Instinctual

Smooth Fox Terrier, Bichon Frise

Jack Russell Terrier and Poodle

Unknown

1990’s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
White

White
Black
Brown
Gray
Blue

Smooth Fo-Chons are known for their coat length.

Jack-A-Poos have medium-length coats.

Straight

Curly

A Smooth Fo-Chon 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 Jack-A-Poo 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis

Epilepsy
Skin Problems
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Blood Analysis
Wellness Check
Skin and Hair Exams
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Smooth Fo-Chon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Jack-A-Poo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Jack-A-Poos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Smooth Fo-Chons 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.

Jack-A-Poos 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Fo-Chon, 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 Jack-A-Poo, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Ideally, Smooth Fo-Chon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Jack-A-Poo 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

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Fo-Chon 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 average per month expenses of a Jack-A-Poo is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Smooth Fo-Chon is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Jack-A-Poos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Smooth Fo-Chons make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Jack-A-Poos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.