Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless

Companionable
Devoted
Loyal
Courageous
Outright
Tempered
Vigilant

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

France

Yorkshire Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier

mastiff

2000's

middle ages

Brown

Hazel

Black

Brown
Isabella

Pied
Fawn
Black

Red
Isabella
Fawn

Smooth Torkies have medium-length coats.

Dogue de Bordeauxs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Dogue de Bordeaux can have a litter of 10-12 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 are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Dogue de Bordeauxs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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.

The Dogue de Bordeaux breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Heart Disease
Cancer
Brachycephalic Syndrome

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Eye Problems
Ichthyosis

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

Elbow
Blood Test
Heart
Hips
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Respiratory Tests

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

Dogue de Bordeaux has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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 Dogue de Bordeaux, it's at least 8 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeaux has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
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 120-145 pound (54 - 66 kg) Dogue de Bordeaux feed 4 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Smooth Torkie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Dogue de Bordeaux is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Smooth Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Torkies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Dogue de Bordeauxs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

Dogue de Bordeauxs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.