Friendly
Obedient
Sociable
Hard
Working
Protective
Mannered

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Fearless

Scottish Collies, Nomadic Basque Sheepdogs

Smooth Fox Terrier and Beagle

19th Century

Unknown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Red
Pied

White
Black
Brown
Blue
Brown
Isabella
Red

McNabs have medium-length coats.

Smooth Fox Beagles have short coats.

A McNab can have a litter of 13-15 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 Smooth Fox Beagle can have a litter of 2-14 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.

McNabs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Smooth Fox Beagles are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

None Known

Pulmonic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Ear Infections
Multi-Drug Resistance Gene (MDR1)

Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Canine Glaucoma
Myasthenia Gravis

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood Panel
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

McNab has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Dog Parks, River

Park walking, Play keep away, Play fighting, Walk, Kayaking, Boating, Camping, Atv riding, Cuddling

McNabs 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.

Smooth Fox Beagles 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For McNab, it's at least 18 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 Smooth Fox Beagle, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most McNabs 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 Smooth Fox Beagles usually need at least 60 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 McNab requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Smooth Fox Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 35-65 pound (16 - 29 kg) McNab feed 3 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 17-25 pound (8 - 11 kg) Smooth Fox Beagle 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 McNab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Beagle is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a McNab 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 Smooth Fox Beagle 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.

McNabs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Smooth Fox Beagles are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

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

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

Smooth Fox Beagles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.