Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Spirited

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

Toy Fo-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Spantrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Toy Fox Terrier and Shih Tzu

English Cocker Spaniel and Labrador Retriever

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
White
Brindle
Silver

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White

Toy Fo-Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Spantrievers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Toy Fo-Tzu can have a litter of 2-6 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 Spantriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lens Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Otitis Externa
Allergies
Eye Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Cleft Lift or Palate

Allergies
Eye Problems
Idiopathic Epilepsy

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
DNA for VWD
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Thyroid Panel

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

Spantrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Toy Fo-Tzu, it's at least 6 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 Spantriever, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Toy Fo-Tzus 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.

In general most Spantrievers 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 Toy Fo-Tzu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Spantriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Toy Fo-Tzu feed 0.7 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 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Spantriever feed 2 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 Toy Fo-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Spantriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Fo-Tzu 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 Spantriever 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Spantrievers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Spantrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Toy Fo-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Spantrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Toy Fo-Tzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Spantrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Toy Fo-Tzus are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Spantriever is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.