Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Affectionate
Courageous
Good-natured
Calm
Dignified
Protective

Toy Torkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Mastiffs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Fox Terrier

English Mastiff, Anatolian Mastiff

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1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White

Fawn
Brown
Brindle

A Toy 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 American Mastiff 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.

Toy Torkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

American Mastiffs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Toy 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 American Mastiff breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Portacaval Shunt
Lens Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Joint Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism

Skin Problems
Foreleg Lameness
Eye Problems
Hyperthyroidism

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Eye Examinations
Serum Chemistry
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Full Blood Work
Blood Chemistry
Diagnostic Imaging
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies

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

American Mastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

American Mastiffs 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 Toy 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 American Mastiff, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Toy 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 American Mastiffs 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.

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

American Mastiff 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Toy 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 160-200 pound (73 - 91 kg) American Mastiff feed 4 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 Toy Torkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an American Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Torkie 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.

The average per month expenses of an American Mastiff is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

American Mastiffs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

American Mastiffs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Toy Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

American Mastiffs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

American Mastiffs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.