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 Koolie 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

Dominant
Dedicated
Temperate
Diligent
Intelligent
Affectionate

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

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

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Collie-type Herding Dog, Dingo

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Blue
Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Blue

Wire Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Koolies have short 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 Koolie can have a litter of 16-18 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.

Koolies 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.

While the Koolie 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

Deafness
Congenital Eye Defects

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Skin Allergies

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Skin Evaluation
Eye Examinations
BAER Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

Koolie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Koolies 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.

Koolies 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 Koolie, it's at least 15 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 Koolies 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 Koolie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Koolie 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
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 33-53 pound (15 - 24 kg) Koolie 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 Koolie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Koolie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Koolies 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.

Koolies 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.

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

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

Koolies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Koolies 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.

Koolies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.