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

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

Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Faithful
Respectful
Instinctual

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Cheerful

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

Toy Fo-Chons are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Poodle and Irish Terrier

Bichon Frise and Toy Fox Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Brown
Cream
Silver
Red

Black
White
Brown

Irish Troodles have medium-length coats.

Toy Fo-Chons are known for their coat length.

Curly

Straight

An Irish Troodle 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 Toy Fo-Chon 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.

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Inverterbral Disc Degeneration

Sebaceous Adenitis
Cushing's Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Allergies
Eye Problems
Dental Disease

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

X-Rays
Allergy Tests
Wellness Check
Eye and Ear Examination

Irish Troodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Troodle, it's at least 9 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 Fo-Chon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Troodles 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 Toy Fo-Chons 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.

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

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

Irish Troodle 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

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

Pin Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) Irish Troodle 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.

For an average 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Toy Fo-Chon 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 an Irish Troodle is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Toy Fo-Chon is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Troodle is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Fo-Chon 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 Irish Troodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Irish Troodles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Toy Fo-Chons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Irish Troodles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Irish Troodles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Toy Fo-Chons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Irish Troodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Toy Fo-Chons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.