Wire Torkie Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen

Wire Torkie will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Unknown

Brown

Black

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

The coat of a Wire Torkie is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

A Wire Torkie 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.

Wire Torkies are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Wire Torkie breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Distichiasis
Portacaval Shunt
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Wire Torkie have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Wire Torkies are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Wire Torkies 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 Wire Torkie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Torkies usually need at least 35 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 Wire Torkie is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

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

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-11 pound (6 - 5 kg) Wire Torkie feed 1.7 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Wire Torkie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Torkie is between $38 - $53. This makes an average of $456 - $636 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 dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Wire Torkie is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Wire Torkies are average friendly dogs towards children.

Wire Torkies are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Wire Torkies are below average dog friendly dogs. Wire Torkie dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Wire Torkies are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

The Wire Torkie is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Wire Torkie is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Wire Torkie dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.