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

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

Yorkshire Terrier and Norwich Terrier

Kocki, Shikoku, Mastiff, German Pointer, St. Bernard

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Fawn
Red
Brindle
Black

Yorwichs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

A Yorwich 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.

A Tosa 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.

Patellar Luxation
Teeth Issues
Eye Infections
Collapsed Trachea

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Epilepsy
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye Problems

Dental Examination
Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Eye and Ear Examination

OFA
CERF
X-Rays
Full Physical Examination

Dog Parks, Hike, Walk, Play

Cuddling, Chasing stick, Going on drives, Going on walks, Photo shoots, Playing, MAJOR cuddler

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

Tosas 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorwich, 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 Tosa, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorwichs 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.

In general most Tosas 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-8 pound (3 - 4 kg) Yorwich 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 120-170 pound (54 - 77 kg) Tosa feed 4 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 Yorwich is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Tosa is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorwich 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 Tosa 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.