While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Torkies are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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
Spirited

Active
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Athletic
Nonaggressive
Mischievous
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Torkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Yorkie and Toy Fox Terrier

Italian Greyhound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black

Red
Black
White
Gray
Brindle
Sable
Blue
Cream

Torkies are known for their coat length.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A 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 Italian Cavalier Greyhound can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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 Italian Cavalier Greyhound breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Cataract
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Dental Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Bronchitis

Cataracts
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Wellness Check

Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Electrocardiogram
General Physical Examination

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Torkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Torkies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Torkie dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Torkie, it's at least 7 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 Italian Cavalier Greyhound, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Torkies usually need at least 30 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 Italian Cavalier Greyhounds 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.

The Torkie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Italian Cavalier Greyhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhound 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Torkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Cavalier Greyhound is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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

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

Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Torkies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Italian Cavalier Greyhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.