Silkland Terrier Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Silkland Terrier will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

The Silkland Terrier breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

United States

West Highland White Terrier and Silky Terrier

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®

2000's

Brown

Black

White
Cream
Brown
Black

The coat of a Silkland Terrier is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

A Silkland Terrier 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 adaptability of Silkland Terrier dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Silkland Terrier breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Diabetes
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Leukodystrophies
Chronic Hepatitis

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Various Blood Tests

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Silkland Terriers may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Silkland Terrier have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Silkland Terrier dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Silkland Terrier breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Silkland Terriers tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Tug of war, Fetching, Walks, Cuddles

Silkland 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silkland Terrier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkland 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.

The Silkland Terrier is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Silkland 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
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-20 pound (7 - 9 kg) Silkland 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.

The average cost of a Silkland Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkland 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.

Silkland Terriers has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Silkland Terrier is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Silkland Terrier is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

Silkland Terriers are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Silkland Terriers are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Silkland Terriers are average friendly towards other dogs. If they are raised with other dogs, they are likely to get along with them. And, if they are socialized properly from a young age, they will usually be great with other dogs.

Silkland Terriers are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

Silkland Terriers are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Silkland Terrier for a mellower experience.

Silkland Terrier dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.