Unfortunately, the Peke-A-Boo is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wire Torkies are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Aggressive
Good-natured
Calm
Faithful
Easygoing
Opinionated
Earnest
Willing
Serene

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen

Peke-A-Boos are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Wire Torkies shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Pekingese and Bolognese

Wire Fox Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Brown
Black
White

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn
White
Red
Brindle

Peke-A-Boos have medium-length coats.

Wire Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Peke-A-Boo can have a litter of 2-5 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 Wire 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Distichiasis
Portacaval Shunt
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Otitis Externa
KCS
Allergies
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Respiratory Tests
Eye examination
Full Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Eye
Knee
Hearing
Liver Ultrasound
Skeletal
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Peke-A-Boo has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Peke-A-Boos are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Peke-A-Boos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Peke-A-Boo dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Wire 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.

In general most Peke-A-Boos usually need at least 25 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 Wire Torkies usually need at least 35 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Peke-A-Boo 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 13-11 pound (6 - 5 kg) Wire Torkie feed 1.7 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 Peke-A-Boo is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Wire Torkie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Peke-A-Boo 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 Wire Torkie is between $38 - $53. This makes an average of $456 - $636 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.

Peke-A-Boos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Peke-A-Boos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Peke-A-Boos are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Peke-A-Boos are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Peke-A-Boos are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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