Silky Terrier dog
Small breed regular energy medium Toy Group

Silky Terrier

Friendly, Quick, Keenly Alert

Small but not fragile, feisty but not yappy, pretty but not sculpted, Silkys are 10-inch-tall dynamos animated by curiosity and high spirits. The glorious blue-and-tan coat is straight and glossy, and it feels and behaves much like human hair. The wedge-shaped head is topped by pโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 10โ€“10 lbs (4.54โ€“4.54 kg) ๐Ÿ“ 9โ€“10" ๐ŸŽ‚ 13โ€“15 yr lifespan

Silky Terrier Characteristics

Energy

60%

Shedding

40%

Trainability

60%

Grooming

60%

Friendliness

60%

Coat Type

medium

2-3 Times a Week Brushing

Expert Picks for Silky Terriers

โญ Top Pick Taste of the Wild High Prairie

dog food

Taste of the Wild High Prairie

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Best value grain-free option โ€” great for active dogsโ€ฆ

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

toys

West Paw Zogoflex Hurley Dog Bone

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.4

Best eco-friendly toy โ€” great for moderate chewersโ€ฆ

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

beds

FurHaven Ultra Plush Luxe Lounger

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.4

Best affordable comfort bed โ€” ideal for dogs who just want cozyโ€ฆ

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

health

Embark Dog DNA Test Kit

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.5

Best DNA test overall โ€” unmatched health screening depthโ€ฆ

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

training

Whistle Go Explore GPS Tracker

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.2

Best budget GPS tracker โ€” lighter and cheaper with health monitoringโ€ฆ

Andis Premium Dematting Comb

grooming

Andis Premium Dematting Comb

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜… 4.5

Best dematting tool โ€” essential for long-coated breeds prone to tangleโ€ฆ

Silky Terrier Care Tips

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Benefits from 30-60 minutes daily exercise โ€” walks, play sessions, or swimming.

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Brush 2-3ร— weekly to maintain coat condition and reduce shedding around the home.

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