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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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

Calm
Independent
Intelligent

Avoid Torkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Polish Tatra Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Yorkie and Toy Fox Terrier

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Rare Breed Association
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club Of America
Polish Kennel Club

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black

White

Torkies are known for their coat length.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 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 are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Cataract
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Bronchitis

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Wellness Check

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Torkies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Torkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Torkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Fetch, Walking

Walking, Swim, Walk, Run

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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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
Comb
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 80-130 pound (36 - 59 kg) Polish Tatra Sheepdog feed 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is somewhere $4.90 - $5.60 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.