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

Unfortunately, the Toy Pom Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Spirited
Extroverted

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

Toy Pom Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

rough-coated black and tan terrier

Pomeranian and Toy Fox Terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

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

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Red
Silver
White
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable

Wire Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

Toy Pom Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 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 Pom Terrier 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.

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Skin Allergies

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Knee
Eye Examinations
Allergy Testing

Wire Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Toy Pom Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Pom Terrier, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wire Fox Terriers usually need at least 45 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 Pom Terriers 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.

The Wire Fox Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Toy Pom Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 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 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Toy Pom Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Pom Terrier is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Fox Terrier 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 Toy Pom Terrier 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.

Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Wire Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

Toy Pom Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

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

Toy Pom Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Wire Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Toy Pom Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.