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Fox Terriers come in three varieties: Smooth, Wire, and Toy. All Fox Terriers are outgoing, curious dogs that enjoy watching over the family, digging, and being near their owners. The Toy variety is smaller and tends to be a better fit for seniors and apartment living. Full-grown, they typically weigh 15-19 pounds and stand 12-15 inches tall.

Fox Terriers are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. Smooth and Fox Terriers tend to pick fights with other dogs and need to be socialized. They’re playful with kids, but they may bite if provoked. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Smooth and Wire Fox Terriers need regular exercise, long walks, and plenty of playtime. Toy Fox Terriers are lower maintenance when it comes to exercise but still need to run around the house, fool around with toys, or play games to get their energy out. Without enough exercise, these dogs will get bored and may act out. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

Each of the Fox Terrier varieties has a different coat. Wire Fox Terriers have a rough, broken coat that is mostly white with black or brown markings. They don’t shed much and are good dogs for people with allergies. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Fox Terriers are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. On the other hand, Toy Fox Terriers aren’t a good fit for homes with children, because of their small size and sensitivity to roughhousing. All Fox Terriers are prone to barking and digging if they don’t get enough exercise and attention, so they prefer homes where they can be inside and around people most of the time. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

The Maltipoo is a cute cross between a Maltese and a Toy or Miniature Poodle. While mixed breeds can be a bit unpredictable, most Maltipoos are little bundles of joy with a sweet disposition and puppy playfulness that lasts a lifetime. Full-grown, they typically weigh 5-20 pounds and stand 8-14 inches tall.

Maltipoos are generally good with kids, especially when raised together. They can co-exist with dogs and other pets if they’re socialized as puppies, but they’re somewhat territorial. They get along well with kids and love the companionship. They're fairly vocal dogs that bark regularly.

The Maltipoo is easygoing and do not require much exercise, so their activity needs can typically be met with just a few activities per day. Whether it’s gentle wrestling indoors, taking a walk, or playing games in the yard, Maltipoos love getting their heart rate up a bit, especially if it involves spending time with you. Overall, their exercise needs are low.

The Maltipoo’s coat can range from the silky texture of the Maltese to the distinctive frizz of the Poodle and can be many colors, including grey, black, white, and apricot. Most Maltipoos are a good match for allergy sufferers because they don’t shed much, but these pups require an owner with plenty of patience for grooming, as they need regular brushing and even professional care to keep their coats in good shape. Grooming-wise, this breed is moderate.

Maltipoos are best suited for apartments and smaller homes. Because of their size and activity needs, Maltipoos are a great fit for families that live in apartments or smaller homes. They are fairly easy to train.