Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Fearless

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Skye-Paps shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Shih Tzu, Smooth Fox Terrier

Skye Terrier and Papillon

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
White
Brindle

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Red
Brown

Smooth Fo-Tzus have medium-length coats.

Skye-Paps are known for their coat length.

A Smooth Fo-Tzu 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 Skye-Pap 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.

While the Smooth Fo-Tzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Hepatitis
Occipital Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Eyelid Defects
Eye Diseases and Disorders
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Atopic Dermatitis
Follicular Dysplasia

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Blood Test
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

In general most Smooth Fo-Tzus usually need at least 90 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 Skye-Paps usually need at least 50 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Smooth Fo-Tzus 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 Skye-Pap requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Smooth Fo-Tzu 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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Smooth Fo-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Skye-Pap is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth 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 Skye-Pap 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.

Smooth Fo-Tzus are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Skye-Paps are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Skye-Paps are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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