Guarding
Hunting
Companionable
Protective
Sensitive
Shy
Fearful
Polite

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Mastadors are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Mastiff and Labrador Retriever

Yorkshire Terrier, Toy Fox Terrier

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White

Mastadors have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Toy Torkies have medium-length coats.

A Mastador 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 Toy 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.

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

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Obesity
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Portacaval Shunt
Lens Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Ectropion
Osteosarcoma
Hypothyroidism
Exercise Induced Collapse
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hypothyroidism

Eye Examination
Biopsy
Skin Evaluation
Radiographs
Blood And Urine Analysis

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Mastador has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mastador, it's at least 9 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 Toy Torkie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mastadors 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 Toy 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.

Mastadors 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 Toy Torkie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 105-160 pound (48 - 73 kg) Mastador feed 3.5 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 5-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Toy 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 a Mastador is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Mastador 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 average per month expenses of a Toy 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mastadors are not cat friendly.

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

Mastadors are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Mastadors are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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