While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Chihuahua is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Spirited
Keen

Alert
Devoted
Intelligent
Courageous
Lively
Quick

Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

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Unknown

100 AD

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Wiry

Straight

A Welsh Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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 Chihuahua can have a litter of 14-18 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.

While the Welsh Wire Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Chihuahuas typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation

Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Heart Murmur
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Molera

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays

Cardiac
Knee
Eyes
Skeletal
Physical Examination

Welsh Wire Fox Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chihuahua has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Welsh Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Chihuahua, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Welsh Wire Fox Terriers 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.

In general most Chihuahuas usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Chihuahua is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-21 pound (8 - 10 kg) Welsh Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 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 3-6 pound (1 - 3 kg) Chihuahua 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 Welsh Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Chihuahua is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Welsh Wire Fox Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Chihuahua 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.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Welsh Wire Fox Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chihuahuas make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chihuahuas are not suitable for children.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Chihuahuas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Chihuahuas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chihuahuas have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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