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

Unfortunately, the French Pin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright
Clever

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

French Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Fourche Terriers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

French Pins are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier and Westie

Miniature Pinscher, French Bulldog

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

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

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Brindle

Brindle
Brown
Red
Black
White

Fourche Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

French Pins have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Fourche Terrier 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 French Pin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

The Fourche Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Sebaceous Adenitis
vonWillebrand’s Disease

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Fecal Examination
Biopsy
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Endocardiogram
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time (BMBT)
Dermatopathology

Fourche Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

French Pins are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Fourche Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Fourche Terriers 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.

French Pins 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 Fourche 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 French Pin, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Fourche Terriers usually need at least 90 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 French Pins usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The French Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Fourche Terrier feed 2 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 15-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) French Pin 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 Fourche Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a French Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Fourche Terrier is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 French Pin 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.

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

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

Fourche Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Fourche Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

French Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

French Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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