Breed Profile
The Silky Terrier is intelligent and courageous. This also means that this breed can act like the spoiled only-child with their possessiveness and attitude. Once you get passed that, you’ll fall in love with their fun and playful antics.
Behavior
The Silky Terrier is smart and very playful. They are full of energy and can be a demanding breed. They are also lively and very affectionate, especially with children. This dog is loyal and protective of their owners. As puppies, they need to be introduced to cats so they aren't chasing each other around like Heathcliff and Spike. Careful and gentle training is required for this breed.
Coat
They have a long, smooth, silky coat (hence the name Silky Terrier) that is very shiny. Colors range from the highly coveted steel-blue to light or dark blue-gray and brown. They have no undercoat, so they are not prone to shedding, which is great for allergy sufferers. Silky Terriers do require regular brushing for at least 15 minutes and an occasional bath and teeth cleaning.
Lifestyle
The Silky Terriers can adapt easily to their owner’s lifestyle and would be a good fit for apartment life. Their high intelligence level allows them to be trained quickly. They are good with children and other pets once they are socialized with them. They definitely need to live indoors with their families but also love to play out in the yard.
Activity
They have high energy levels, so a daily walk will keep them happy. They love to play and run around, so they are ideal for families with children. They have lots of stamina and will love you best if you can keep them busy for a while each day with toys, and chase, and play.
Characteristics
Space Needs
Activity Needs
Intelligence
Playfulness
Grooming Needs
Trainability
Watch Ability
Dog-friendliness
Child-friendliness
About the Silky Terrier
Unlike their cousins, the Yorkie, the Silky Terrier is not a dog that just likes to lie in your lap. They love to play, and they possess seemingly endless amounts of energy. This breed is very smart and knows how to get exactly what it wants from their owners. Silky Terriers are very curious. They love to dig holes in the yard and chase cats, and they are very vocal when trying to get your attention. The Silky Terrier comes in several colors, such as tan, red, and/or brown and black with tan or red points.
Breed information reviewed by the Puppies.com editorial team. Helping families find their perfect puppy since 2003.
Silky Terrier Quick Facts
8–10 lbs
Adult Weight
9–10"
Adult Height