Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Affectionate
Good-natured
Opinionated
Aggressive
Intelligent
Stubborn

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

Pekingeses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

China

Mini Fox Terrier and Yorkie

Unknown

1990s

8th Century

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Fawn
Cream
Brindle
Gray

Mini Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pekingeses are known for their coat length.

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 Pekingese can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Entropion
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

KCS
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

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

Eye
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Respiratory Tests

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

Pekingese has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Pekingeses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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.

Pekingeses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Pekingese 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 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 Pekingese, it's at least 6 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 Pekingeses usually need at least 20 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.

Pekingeses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Mini Torkie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pekingese 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 Pekingese 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.

Pekingeses are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

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

Pekingeses are not suitable for children.

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

Pekingeses are not very fond of playing and prefer other activities.