The Silky Terrier is a small, sturdy terrier breed known for its soft, silky coat. They have a lively and alert personality, and are very loyal and affectionate towards their family. Silky Terriers are active and require regular exercise and mental stimulation to remain healthy and happy. They are intelligent and eager to please, and make great family pets.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 12–15 years
- Weight
- Male 4–5 kg · Female 4–5 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 23–26 cm · Female 23–26 cm
- Origin
- late 19th–early 20th century · Australia
- Coat
- long, long
- Colors
- blue and tan, grey-blue and tan
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Australian Silky Terrier, Sydney Silky
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, ANKC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise30 min per day