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

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

Alert
Inquisitive
Quick
Intelligent
Friendly
Joyful
Responsive

Loving
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable

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

Bea Griffons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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

Australia

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Terriers

Beagle, Brussels Griffon

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Gray
Black

Black
Brown
White
Cream
Fawn

Silky Terriers are known for their coat length.

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

Straight

Wavy

A Silky Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

A Bea Griffon can have a litter of 2-14 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.

Silky Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Bea Griffons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Spongiform Leukodystrophy

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Eye Disease
Diabetes

Patellar Luxation
Skin Allergies

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skeletal
X-Rays

X-Rays
Urinalysis
ECG
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination

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

Bea Griffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Bea Griffon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

The Bea Griffon is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Silky Terriers 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.

Bea Griffons 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Terrier, it's at least 11 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 Bea Griffon, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Terriers 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.

In general most Bea Griffons 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.

Silky Terriers 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 Bea Griffon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Bea Griffon 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Silky Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Bea Griffon 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.

Silky Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Bea Griffons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Silky Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

Bea Griffons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Bea Griffons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Bea Griffons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Silky Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bea Griffons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Bea Griffons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.