Outright
Energetic
Quick
Gentle
Friendly

Active
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Fearless

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

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

Ireland

United States

Southern, Celtic Hounds

Yorkshire Terrier, Smooth Fox Terrier

16th century

2000's

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Blue

Pied
Fawn
Black

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

Smooth Torkies have medium-length coats.

A Kerry Beagle can have a litter of 10-14 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 Smooth 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.

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

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hydrocephalus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hyperadrenocorticism
Cryptorchidism
Myasthenia Gravis

Full Physical Examination

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Full Physical Examination
Knee X-Rays

Kerry Beagles 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.

Smooth Torkies 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 Kerry Beagle, it's at least 14 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 Smooth Torkie, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Kerry Beagles 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 Smooth Torkies usually need at least 120 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 Kerry Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Smooth Torkies 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.

In general Kerry Beagle should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Smooth Torkie 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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Kerry Beagle feed 2.5 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 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Smooth 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 Kerry Beagle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Torkie is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Kerry Beagle 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 Smooth Torkie is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Kerry Beagles can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Kerry Beagles are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Torkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Kerry Beagles are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Smooth Torkies are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Kerry Beagles are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Smooth Torkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Kerry Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Kerry Beagles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Smooth Torkies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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