Friendly
Territorial
Watchful
Independent
Trainable
Protective
Affectionate
Obedient

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Africa

United States

Unknown Hound and Pariah-type Dogs

Mini Fox Terrier and Yorkie

Ancient Times

1990s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Blue
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Africaniss have short coats.

Mini Torkies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

An Africanis 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.

A Mini 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.

Africaniss have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Africaniss are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Mini 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.

Dermoid Sinus

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Usually Very Healthy

Entropion
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Eye Examination
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)

Cardiac
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Analysis
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Hearing and Ear Tests

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

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

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

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

Africaniss 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.

Mini Torkies 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 Africanis, it's at least 16 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 Mini Torkie, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Africanis has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Africanis should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Mini Torkie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-100 pound (25 - 45 kg) Africanis feed 2.5 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 5-8 pound (2 - 4 kg) Mini 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.

The average cost of an Africanis is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Africanis 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.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Torkie 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.

Africaniss have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Africaniss can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Africaniss are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Mini Torkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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