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 Stump Double Cattle Dog 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

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Aggressive
Watchful

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

Stump Double Cattle Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

Australia

Silky Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer

Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog and Australian Cattle Dog

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Gray
Silver
Brown
White
Fawn

Blue
Red
Brindle

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

Stump Double Cattle Dogs 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 Stump Double Cattle Dog can have a litter of 1-7 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Deafness
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Cataracts
Atopy

Cataracts
Portosystemic Shunt
Cleft Lip or Palate
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Eye Examination
Radiography

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
BAER Testing
Genetic Testing
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

Stump Double Cattle Dog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Stump Double Cattle Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Silkzers 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.

Stump Double Cattle Dogs 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.

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 Stump Double Cattle Dog, it's at least 21 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 Stump Double Cattle Dogs 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.

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 Stump Double Cattle Dog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Stump Double Cattle Dog 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

Slicker Brush
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 35-50 pound (16 - 23 kg) Stump Double Cattle Dog 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 Stump Double Cattle Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Stump Double Cattle Dog 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.

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

Stump Double Cattle Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Stump Double Cattle Dogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Stump Double Cattle Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

The Stump Double Cattle Dog is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.