Unfortunately, the King Charles Yorkie 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, Fourche Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

King Charles Yorkies are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

United States

United States

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Yorkshire Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier and Westie

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®

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

White
Red
Black
Brown
Blue

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Brindle

King Charles Yorkies are known for their coat length.

Fourche Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Wavy

While the King Charles Yorkie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Fourche Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Syringomyelia

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Hydrocephalus
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Microphthalmia
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Corneal Dystrophy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Hypoadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Heart
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination

King Charles Yorkies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

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

Fourche Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

King Charles Yorkies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Walk, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walking, Cuddles

Fetch, Walk, Long walk, Pool, Long walks, Walking, Brushing, Belly rub, Tug-of-war

King Charles Yorkies 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.

Fourche Terriers 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 King Charles Yorkie, 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 Fourche Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most King Charles Yorkies 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 Fourche Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

King Charles Yorkies 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.

Fourche Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-18 pound (3 - 8 kg) King Charles Yorkie 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 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Fourche Terrier feed 2 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 King Charles Yorkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Fourche Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a King Charles Yorkie 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 Fourche Terrier is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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.

King Charles Yorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

King Charles Yorkies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

King Charles Yorkies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

King Charles Yorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Fourche Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.