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 Doberman Shepherd 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

Curious
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Watchful

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

Doberman Shepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Brown
Black

Wire Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Doberman Shepherds have medium-length coats.

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 Doberman Shepherd can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Pannus
Progressive Posterior Paresis
Perianal Fistulas
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Dermatitis

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Cardiac
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
DNA Test
Hip

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

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

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

Doberman Shepherds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Doberman Shepherds 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.

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 Doberman Shepherd, it's at least 12 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 Doberman Shepherds 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.

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 Doberman Shepherd 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.

Doberman Shepherd 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
Comb
Hemostat
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 90-110 pound (41 - 50 kg) Doberman Shepherd feed 4 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 Doberman Shepherd is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Doberman Shepherd is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Wire Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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