Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Spirited

Loving
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Cheerful
Quiet
Reserved

Toy Fo-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Italian Daniffs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Toy Fox Terrier and Shih Tzu

Great Dane, Cane Corso

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American Canine Hybrid Club
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Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
White
Brindle
Silver

Black
Isabella
Blue
Fawn
Brown

Toy Fo-Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Italian Daniffs have short coats.

A Toy Fo-Tzu can have a litter of 2-6 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.

An Italian Daniff can have a litter of 10-15 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.

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

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

While the Toy Fo-Tzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Italian Daniffs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Lens Luxation
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Otitis Externa
Allergies
Eye Disease
Hyperthyroidism
Cleft Lift or Palate

Allergies

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
DNA for VWD
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Wellness Check
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap

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

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

Toy Fo-Tzus have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus 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.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Toy Fo-Tzu, 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 Italian Daniff, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Toy Fo-Tzu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Italian Daniff is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Toy Fo-Tzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Italian Daniff 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Toy Fo-Tzu feed 0.7 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 115-130 pound (52 - 59 kg) Italian Daniff feed 3 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 Toy Fo-Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Daniff is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Fo-Tzu 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 an Italian Daniff is between $63 - $91. This makes an average of $756 - $1092 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.

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

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Italian Daniffs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Toy Fo-Tzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Italian Daniffs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Toy Fo-Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Toy Fo-Tzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Italian Daniffs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.