Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Active
Playful
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Assertive

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

Care-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Silky Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier, Shih Tzu

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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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®

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Black
Red

Gray
Black
Silver

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 Care-Tzu can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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 Care-Tzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Early Tooth Loss
Bone Fractures
Bronchitis
Digestive Problems

Cryptorchidism
Globoid-Cell Leukodystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Full Physical Examination

MRI
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Complete Blood Count
Electromyography (EMG)
DNA Test
F-Wave Analysis
Peripheral Nerve Conduction Rate

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

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

Walking, Cuddles, Playing chase

Play, Road trip, Running

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 Care-Tzu, it's at least 7 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 Care-Tzus usually need at least 40 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.

Care-Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Care-Tzu 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 Care-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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Care-Tzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Care-Tzu 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.

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

Silkshire Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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