Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless

Alert
Dignified
Responsive
Calm
Friendly

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

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

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier

Husky, North Pole Sled Team Dog

2000's

1900s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Pied
Fawn
Black

Fawn
White
Black
Gray

Straight

Wiry

A Smooth 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 Chinook 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.

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

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hydrocephalus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hyperadrenocorticism
Cryptorchidism
Myasthenia Gravis

Excessive Shyness
Eye Abnormalities
Hip Dysplasia
Hormonal Skin Problems
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Seizures And Spondylosis

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Knee X-Rays

Hip
Blood Test
Eyes
Skin Scraping
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Torkie, it's at least 6 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 Chinook, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Torkies usually need at least 120 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 Chinooks 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.

Smooth Torkies 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.

The Chinook requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Smooth 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 55-90 pound (25 - 41 kg) Chinook 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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Smooth 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.

The average per month expenses of a Chinook 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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

Smooth Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Smooth Torkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Smooth Torkies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Chinooks are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.