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 Min Pin Frise 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

Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Gentle
Cheerful
Clever

Torkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Min Pin Frises are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Yorkie and Toy Fox Terrier

Miniature Pinscher, Bichon Frise

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
White

Torkies are known for their coat length.

Min Pin Frises have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Curly

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.

A Min Pin Frise 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.

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 Min Pin Frise breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Cataract
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Hemophilia
Mitral Valve Disease

Bronchitis

Color Dilution Alopecia
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Wellness Check

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Radiographs
Blood And Urine Analysis

Torkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Min Pin Frises have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Fetch, Walking

Cuddling, Walking, Traveling, Running outside, Loves the snow

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 Min Pin Frise, it's at least 3 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 Min Pin Frises usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Torkie 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.

For an average 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Min Pin Frise feed 0.5 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 Torkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Min Pin Frise is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Torkie 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.

The average per month expenses of a Min Pin Frise 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.

Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Min Pin Frises are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Min Pin Frises are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Min Pin Frises 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.

Min Pin Frises 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.

Min Pin Frises are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

Min Pin Frises are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.