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

Unfortunately, the Bea Griffon 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
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Loving
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

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

Bea Griffons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Silky Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Beagle, Brussels Griffon

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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®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Black
Red

Black
Brown
White
Cream
Fawn

Silkshire Terriers are known for their coat length.

Bea Griffons have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wavy

A Silkshire 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 Bea Griffon can have a litter of 2-14 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.

Silkshire Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

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

Early Tooth Loss
Bone Fractures
Bronchitis
Digestive Problems

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Patellar Luxation
Skin Allergies

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
Urinalysis
ECG
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination

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

Bea Griffons 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 Silkshire 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 Bea Griffon, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkshire Terriers 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 Bea Griffons 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.

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

The Bea Griffon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Bea Griffon 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Silkshire Terrier is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bea Griffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkshire Terrier 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 average per month expenses of a Bea Griffon 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.

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

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

Silkshire Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

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

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

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