Unfortunately, the Smooth Foxie Doxie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

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.

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Clever

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Dachshund and Smooth Fox Terrier

Yorkie and Toy Fox Terrier

1990s

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Black

Smooth Foxie Doxies have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Torkies are known for their coat length.

A Smooth Foxie Doxie can have a litter of 4-8 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 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.

While the Smooth Foxie Doxie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataract
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Deafness
Allergies
Diabetes
Congenital Eye Defects

Bronchitis

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Wellness Check

Smooth Foxie Doxies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Torkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Walk, Swim, Play, Car rides, Hiking, Sleep, Eating Snacks

Fetch, Walking

Smooth Foxie Doxies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Foxie Doxie, it's at least 5 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 Torkie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Foxie Doxies 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.

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.

The Smooth Foxie Doxie has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Torkie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Smooth Foxie Doxie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Torkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Foxie Doxie 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 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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Smooth Foxie Doxie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Smooth Foxie Doxies are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Smooth Foxie Doxies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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