Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Obedient
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

Affectionate
Courageous
Friendly
Independent
Alert
Intelligent

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

West Highland White Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

Scotland

Silky Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer

scottish, skye, dandie dinmont, and cairn terriers

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

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black
Gray
Silver
Brown
White
Fawn

White

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

West Highland White Terriers have medium-length 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 West Highland White Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

While the Silkzer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The West Highland White Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Inguinal Hernias
Copper Toxicosis
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Atopy

Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Eye Examination
Radiography

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

West Highland White Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

West Highland White Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

West Highland White Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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 West Highland White 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 West Highland White Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

West Highland White 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
Comb
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 15-21 pound (7 - 10 kg) West Highland White Terrier feed 1.8 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 West Highland White Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

Silkzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

West Highland White Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

West Highland White Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

West Highland White Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

West Highland White Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

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