Unfortunately, the Mini Torkie 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, Chinese Crestepoos are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Chinese Crestepoos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

​United States

Mini Fox Terrier and Yorkie

Chinese Crested, Poodle

1990s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Black
Cream
Blue
Gray

Straight

Wavy

A Mini 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 Chinese Crestepoo 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.

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

Chinese Crestepoos are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Mini 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 Chinese Crestepoo breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Bloat
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Tracheal Collapse

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Hearing and Ear Tests

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Ophthalmic Examination

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

Chinese Crestepoos have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Mini Torkies 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.

Chinese Crestepoos 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini Torkie, 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 Chinese Crestepoo, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini Torkies 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.

In general most Chinese Crestepoos 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 Mini Torkie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Chinese Crestepoos 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Mini 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 Chinese Crestepoo 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Chinese Crestepoos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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