Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Affectionate
Energetic
Reserved
Intelligent
Amiable
Gentle
Sensitive

Avoid Silkland Terriers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Tibetan Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Tibet

West Highland White Terrier and Silky Terrier

lhasa apso, shih tzu, north kunlun mountain dog, inner mongolian dog

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®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

2000's

ancient times

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream
Brown
Black

Black
White
Pied
Gray
Brindle

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Tibetan 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.

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

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

Silkland 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 Tibetan Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Ceroid Lipofuscinosis
Hypothyroidism
Heart Murmur

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

Retinal Dysplasia
Allergies

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

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Silkland Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Tibetan Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Silkland Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Tibetan Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

Silkland Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Tug of war, Fetching, Walks, Cuddles

Fetch, Play keep away, Walk, Dog Parks

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.

Tibetan Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tibetan Terrier, it's at least 7 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.

In general most Tibetan Terriers 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.

Silkland 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.

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

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

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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.

For an average 20-25 pound (9 - 11 kg) Tibetan Terrier feed 2.2 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 cost of a Tibetan Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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.

The average per month expenses of a Tibetan Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Tibetan Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

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

Tibetan Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Silkland Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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

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