Loyal
Energetic
Stubborn

Active
Playful
Dignified
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Sociable
Companionable
Tolerant

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

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

Yorkshire Terrier, Shih Tzu

Foxhound, Alaskan Malamute

American Canine Hybrid Club
International Designer Canine Registry

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Blue
Brown

Brown

Blue
Black
Brown

Black

Fawn
Brown
Blue
Black
Red
White

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
White
Sable

Shorkie Tzus have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Mally Foxhounds have medium-length coats.

A Shorkie Tzu 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 Mally Foxhound can have a litter of 4-10 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.

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

Mally Foxhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Mally Foxhounds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hypoglycemia
Collapsed Trachea

Hip Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia/Skeletal Dwarfism
Spongiform Leukodystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Radiographs
Urinalysis
Blood Tests
Chemical Analysis
Electroretinogram

Hip X-Rays
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Neurological Examination
Blood Count
Complete Blood Count
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

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

Mally Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Mally Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Shorkie 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.

Mally Foxhounds 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 Shorkie Tzu, it's at least 4 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 Mally Foxhound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shorkie Tzus 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 Mally Foxhounds 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.

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

The Mally Foxhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Mally Foxhound 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Shorkie Tzu 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 55-95 pound (25 - 43 kg) Mally Foxhound 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 Shorkie Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Mally Foxhound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Shorkie Tzu 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.

The average per month expenses of a Mally Foxhound 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.

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

The Mally Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Shorkie Tzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Shorkie Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Mally Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Mally Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Shorkie Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

Mally Foxhounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Shorkie Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Mally Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.