Unfortunately, the Bostie 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, Torkies are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Bosties aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Avoid Torkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Boston Terriers, West Highland White Terrier

Yorkie and Toy Fox Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Brown

Brown
Black

Wiry

Straight

A Bostie can have a litter of 3-5 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 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
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Cataract
Portosystemic Shunt
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Deafness
Cataracts
Copper Poisoning

Bronchitis

Biopsy
Orthopedic
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ophthalmology

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Wellness Check

Bosties are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Torkies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

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

Bosties require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Torkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Bosties sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Torkies are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bosties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Torkie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bosties 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bostie, 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 Torkie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bosties 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.

In general most Torkies usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Bostie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Bostie 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 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.

Bosties are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Torkie has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Torkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

Bosties are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Torkies are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Bosties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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