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 German Sheprador 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

Energetic
Loyal
Protective
Alert
Guarding
Hunting
Trainable

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

German Shepradors shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

Choose a German Sheprador if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Australia

United States

Terriers

German Shepherd and Labrador Retriever

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

International Designer Canine Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Gray
Black

White
Gray
Blue
Cream
Red
White
Black

Silky Terriers are known for their coat length.

German Shepradors have medium-length coats.

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 German Sheprador can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Spongiform Leukodystrophy

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Eye Disease
Diabetes

Ear Infections

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

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

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

German Shepradors thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Silky Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Silky Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

German Shepradors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Silky Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

German Sheprador has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

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

Napping, Cuddling, Play, Run

Walk, Swim, Hunt, Fetch, Nose work, Spring pole, Barn hunt, Running, Playdate, Frisbee, Hike, Chase, Dog Parks, Walking, Road trip, Tug-of-war, Cuddling, Tug of war, Hiking, Walks, Run, Jog, Jump, Riding in Car, Training, Tricks, Camping, Rough play, Playing, Shouting

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 German Sheprador, it's at least 12 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 German Shepradors 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.

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 German Sheprador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Terrier 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 85-95 pound (39 - 43 kg) German Sheprador feed 3 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 Silky Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a German Sheprador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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 German Sheprador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

German Shepradors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

German Shepradors make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

German Shepradors 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.

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

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

German Shepradors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.