Alert
Loving
Inquisitive
Lively
Intelligent
Playful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal

American Hairless Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Jarkies are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

American Hairless Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Jarkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Terrier

Japanese Chin and Yorkshire Terrier

1970s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Brown
Black
Sable
Blue
Red

Black
Blue
White
Sable
Brown

American Hairless Terriers have medium-length coats.

Jarkies are known for their coat length.

An American Hairless Terrier can have a litter of 14-16 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 Jarkie 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.

American Hairless Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

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

Jarkies 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
Hemophilia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cushing's Disease
Teeth Issues
Liver Shunts

Patellar Luxation
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse

Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Von Willebrand's Disease

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Cushing's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Radiographs
Urinalysis

American Hairless Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

American Hairless Terriers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Jarkies require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

American Hairless Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Jarkies are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Play dates, Dog Parks, Walking

Affection, Walk, Cuddlimg, Play, Love, Kisses, Cuddling

American Hairless Terriers 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.

Jarkies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Jarkie 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 American Hairless Terrier, 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 Jarkie, it's at least 2 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

American Hairless Terrier 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-24 pound (5 - 11 kg) American Hairless Terrier 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 4-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Jarkie feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average per month expenses of an American Hairless Terrier 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 Jarkie 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 American Hairless Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

American Hairless Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Jarkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

American Hairless Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

American Hairless Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

American Hairless Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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