Alert
Inquisitive
Quick
Intelligent
Friendly
Joyful
Responsive

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

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

Westons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Terriers

Coton de Tulear and West Highland White Terrier

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
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Sable
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Gray
Black

Brown
White
Cream
Black

Silky Terriers are known for their coat length.

Westons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Weston can have a litter of 4-6 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.

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

Westons 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.

Westons 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
Eye Problems
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Eye Disease
Diabetes

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

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

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Hip and Knee

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

Westons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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.

Westons 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 Weston, it's at least 6 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 Westons 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.

Westons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Weston 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 Silky Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Weston is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 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 Weston 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.

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

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.

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

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

Westons 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.

Westons 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.

Westons 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.

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