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

Dominant
Lively
Respectful
Intelligent
Protective
Trainable

Silky Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Terrier, Irish Wolfhound

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Black
Red

Red
Cream
Fawn

Silkshire Terriers are known for their coat length.

Irish Terriers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

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.

An Irish Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Irish Terriers 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.

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

Early Tooth Loss
Bone Fractures
Bronchitis
Digestive Problems

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis Irish Terrier
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Hyperkeratosis

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Full Physical Examination

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

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

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

Irish Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Walking, Cuddles, Playing chase

Walking, Run, Play, Tracking, Jumping, Jerking, Swim, Walk, Go to Beach, Music, Go Camping, Chase, Brushing

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 Irish Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Irish Terriers 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.

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

Irish 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkshire 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 25-27 pound (11 - 12 kg) Irish Terrier feed 2.5 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 cost of a Silkshire Terrier is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 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 an Irish Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Irish Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Irish Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Silkshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Irish Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

Irish Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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