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 Cav-A-Malt 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

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Cav-A-Malts are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Maltese, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Red
Brown
Black
White
Pied

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 Cav-A-Malt can have a litter of 3-5 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 Cav-A-Malt 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

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Deafness
Cherry Eye

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

Wire Torkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Cav-A-Malts have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

Cav-A-Malts are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Cav-A-Malt dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Cav-A-Malt, it's at least 5 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 Cav-A-Malts usually need at least 30 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 Cav-A-Malt 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.

Cav-A-Malt 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
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.

For an average 10-13 pound (5 - 6 kg) Cav-A-Malt 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 Wire Torkie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cav-A-Malt is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 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 Cav-A-Malt 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Wire Torkie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Cav-A-Malts make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Wire Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cav-A-Malts make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Cav-A-Malts are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Cav-A-Malts are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Wire Torkies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cav-A-Malts are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Cav-A-Malts have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Wire Torkies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Cav-A-Malts are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.