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 Silkytie 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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive

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

Silkyties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Silky Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog and Silky Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Black
Red

Black
Gray
Silver
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Fawn

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 Silkytie 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
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Cataracts
Allergies
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Full Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

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

Silkytie 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.

Silkyties 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 Silkytie, it's at least 8 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 Silkyties 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.

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

Silkytie 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Silkytie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 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 Silkytie 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.

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

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

Silkshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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