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.

Unfortunately, the Boykin Spaniel is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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

Companionable
Energetic
Intelligent
Eager
Friendly
Trainable

Wire Torkies shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Chesapeake Bay Retriever, Springer, Cocker and American Water Spaniel, Pointer

Unknown

1900s

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Brown

Wire Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Boykin Spaniels have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Boykin Spaniel can have a litter of 14-16 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 typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Exercise Induced Collapse

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Corneal Opacities
Collie Eye Anomaly
Persistent Pupillary Membrane

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Knee
Eyes
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Wire Torkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boykin Spaniel, it's at least 8 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.

In general most Boykin Spaniels 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.

Wire Torkies 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 Boykin Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Boykin Spaniel 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

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Clipper
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.

For an average 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Boykin Spaniel feed 2.5 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 cost of a Boykin Spaniel is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 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.

The average per month expenses of a Boykin Spaniel is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Wire Torkie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Boykin Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Wire Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Wire Torkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Wire Torkies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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