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 Euro Mountain Sheparnese 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
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Watchful
Faithful

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

German Shepherd, Bernese Mountain Dog

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Sable
Blue
Gray
Black
Brown
Cream

Wire Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses 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.

An Euro Mountain Sheparnese 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.

Wire Torkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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.

The Euro Mountain Sheparnese breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Meningitis
Endocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI)

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Cvi (Wobbler’S Syndrome)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Corneal Dystrophy
Atopy Dermatitis

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Radiographs
Blood Analysis

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

Euro Mountain Sheparnese has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses 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.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses 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 Euro Mountain Sheparnese, it's at least 14 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 Euro Mountain Sheparneses usually need at least 180 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 Euro Mountain Sheparnese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 80-110 pound (36 - 50 kg) Euro Mountain Sheparnese 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 an Euro Mountain Sheparnese 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 an Euro Mountain Sheparnese 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.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Wire Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Euro Mountain Sheparneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Euro Mountain Sheparneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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