Names
Australian Silky Terrier
Silky Terrier |
Origin
Australia, 1900's
Developed from crossings of native Australian Terriers and Yorkshire Terriers. |
Use
Companian |
Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 14 years of age |
Weight & Height
8 to 11 pounds & 9 to 10 inches tall |
Known Health Problems
Cancer, Tumors, Cataracts, Cushing's Disease, Epilepsy, Hypothyroidism, Legg-Perthes Disease, luxating patellas, pancreatic disease. |
Physical Description
Small, lightly built dog that is slightly longer than it is tall. The head is strong, long and wedge-shaped with a flat skull that is slightly longer than the muzzle. Nose is black and eyes are small, dark and almond-shaped. Ears are naturally erect, small and v-shaped. Body is low set and tail is docked and set high. |
Temperament
This breed is good with children but is not usually good with other animals. Silky Terriers are also difficult to train... |
Training
** |
Living Conditions
This breed will do ok in an apartment. This breed must be kept indoors, it not suitalbe to sleep outdoors |
Grooming
Brush daily |
Exercise
Moderate Exercise Needs. This breed must be sufficiently exercised or given space to run |
Coat Texture
Coat is single, straight and glossy. |
Coat Colors
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Blue & Tan |
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Puppies
3-5 pups per litter
Image by Ofsilkysdream at Wikimedia Commons |
Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club |
