Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless

Calm
Outright
Obedient
Devoted

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

Croatia

Yorkshire Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier

Scent Hound

2000's

Mid-19th century

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Pied
Fawn
Black

Pied
White

Smooth Torkies have medium-length coats.

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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.

An Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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.

Smooth Torkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

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 Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

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

Ear Infections
Obesity

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

OFA
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Smooth Torkies 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.

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds 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.

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 Istrian Coarse-haired Hound, it's at least 14 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 Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds 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 Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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 35-56 pound (16 - 25 kg) Istrian Coarse-haired Hound feed 2.4 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 an Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 an Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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.

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Smooth Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds are not cat friendly.

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds are not very fond of playing and prefer other activities.

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

The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.