Unfortunately, the Germanees 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.

Curious
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Watchful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Germaneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Torkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Great Pyrenees and German Shepherd

Yorkie and Toy Fox Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Brown
Black

Germaneess have medium-length coats.

Torkies are known for their coat length.

A Germanees can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Murmur
vonWillebrand’s Disease
Atopy

Cataract
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Ectropion
Cataract
Epilepsy
Diabetes

Bronchitis

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Skin Biopsy
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Skin Scrape

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Wellness Check

Germanees has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Playing fetch, Herding, Fetch, Walk, Play, Run, Pet stores, Car rides, Park, Hiking, Off-leash, Swim, Tug-of-war

Fetch, Walking

Germaneess 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.

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 Germanees, it's at least 14 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 Germaneess 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.

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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-120 pound (34 - 54 kg) Germanees feed 3 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 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.

The average cost of a Germanees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Germanees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

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

Germaneess make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Germaneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

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

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