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 Great Keeshees 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

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Quick
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Bright
Sturdy

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

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

Terriers

Keeshond and Great Pyrenees

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Gray
Black

White
Silver
Gray
Cream
Black

Silky Terriers are known for their coat length.

Great Keesheess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Straight

Curly

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 Great Keeshees can have a litter of 6-9 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.

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

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

Great Keesheess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Spongiform Leukodystrophy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Cardiovascular Concerns

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Eye Disease
Diabetes

Diabetes
Wobbler's Syndrome
Eye Diseases and Disorders

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

MRI
Eye Examination
X-ray imaging
Neurological Examination
Blood Sugar Testing

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

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

Napping, Cuddling, Play, Run

Fetch, Training, Walking

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.

Great Keesheess 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 Great Keeshees, it's at least 8 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 Great Keesheess 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.

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

Great Keeshees 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

Dematter
Comb
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 75-105 pound (34 - 48 kg) Great Keeshees 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 Great Keeshees 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 Great Keeshees 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.

Great Keesheess are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Great Keesheess 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.

Great Keesheess 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.

Great Keesheess 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.

Great Keesheess have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.