Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved
Amiable

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

Tibepillon Terriers 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

Papillon, Tibetan Terrier

1990s

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Gray
White
Sable
Brindle
Fawn
Red

Mini Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Tibepillon Terriers are known for their coat length.

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 Tibepillon Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

None Known

Entropion
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

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

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
DNA for VWD
Hip and Knee

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

Tibepillon Terriers 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 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 Tibepillon Terrier, it's at least 12 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 Tibepillon Terriers 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 Mini Torkie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Tibepillon Terriers 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.

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

Tibepillon Terrier 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Tibepillon Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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 Tibepillon Terrier 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.

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

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

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

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

Tibepillon Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

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

Tibepillon Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.