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 Silky Cocker 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
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Easygoing

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

Silky Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Maltese and American Cocker Spaniel

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Black
Red
Cream
Brown

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 Silky Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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 Silky Cocker 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

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Ectropion
Corneal Erosion
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Eye examination
Blood Tests

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

Silky Cockers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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 Silky Cocker, it's at least 7 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 Silky Cockers usually need at least 60 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 Silky Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Silky Cocker 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 Silky Cocker 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 Silky Cocker 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.

Silky Cockers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Wire Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Silky Cockers 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.

Silky Cockers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Silky Cockers 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.

Silky Cockers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.