Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

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

Papi-Inus are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Fox Terrier

Papillon and Shiba Inu

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
White

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.

A Papi-Inu can have a litter of 2-4 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 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 Papi-Inu 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

Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Follicular Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

Papi-Inu has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Papi-Inus 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 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 Papi-Inu, it's at least 7 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 Papi-Inus usually need at least 90 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.

Papi-Inu 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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 a Papi-Inu 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Papi-Inus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Papi-Inu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Papi-Inus 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.

Papi-Inus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Papi-Inus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Papi-Inus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.