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 Peke-A-Chon 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

Playful
Stubborn
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Cheerful
Opinionated

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

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

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Bichon Frise, Pekingese

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Black
Cream
White
Sable
Fawn

Wire Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Peke-A-Chons are known for their coat length.

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 Peke-A-Chon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

KCS
Cataract
Urolithiasis
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Atopic Dermatitis
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Hemophilia

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Eye
Blood
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Respiratory Tests

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

Peke-A-Chon 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.

Peke-A-Chons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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 Peke-A-Chon, 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 Peke-A-Chons usually need at least 25 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.

Peke-A-Chons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Peke-A-Chon 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 Peke-A-Chon is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Peke-A-Chon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Peke-A-Chons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Peke-A-Chons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Peke-A-Chons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Peke-A-Chons 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.

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