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

Unfortunately, the Smooth Fox Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Obedient
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful

Silkzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Smooth Fox Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Silkzers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

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

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Silky Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer

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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
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

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Brown

Brown

Black
Gray
Silver
Brown
White
Fawn

Pied
White
Black
Cream

Silkzers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Smooth Fox Terriers have short coats.

Wiry

Straight

A Silkzer can have a litter of 3-6 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 Smooth Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cataracts
Atopy

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

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Radiography

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

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

Silkzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Silkzers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Smooth Fox Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Silkzers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Smooth Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silkzer, it's at least 7 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 Smooth Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkzers usually need at least 15 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 Smooth Fox Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Silkzers 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.

The Smooth Fox Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Smooth Fox 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
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Silkzer 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 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Smooth Fox Terrier feed 2.5 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 Silkzer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkzer is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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 Smooth Fox Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Silkzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Smooth Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Smooth Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Smooth Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Smooth Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silkzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Silkzers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Smooth Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Silkzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Smooth Fox Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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