Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Active
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Papi-poos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Fox Terrier

Poodle and Papillon

Unknown

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White

White
Cream
Gray
Red
Sable
Black
White

Straight

Wavy

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-poo 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-poo 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

Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Eye Problems

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

Optical Examination
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination
Blood Work and Urine Tests
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Blood Tests and Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
ACTH Test

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

Papi-poos 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-poo, 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-poos 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 Toy Torkie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Papi-poos require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Toy Torkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Papi-poo is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 a Papi-poo is between $36 - $39. This makes an average of $432 - $468 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.

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

The Papi-poo 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-poos make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Papi-poos are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Papi-poos are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.