Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Affectionate
Gentle
Lively
Friendly
Intelligent
Quiet
Outright
Adaptable
Companionable

United States

England

Mini Fox Terrier and Yorkie

terrier, greyhound, spaniel

1990s

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Red
Brindle

Mini Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Whippets have coats that can be either short or medium in 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 Whippet can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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 Whippet 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
Von Willebrand's Disease
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy
Corneal Dystrophy

Entropion
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

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

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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.

Whippets 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 Whippet, it's at least 10 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 Whippets 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.

The Whippet is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

In general Whippet should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-8 pound (2 - 4 kg) Mini 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.

For an average 25-40 pound (11 - 18 kg) Whippet feed 2.8 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 Mini Torkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Whippet is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Whippet is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Whippets 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.

Whippets are not cat friendly.

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

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