About The Breed

The Silky Terrier is a small, energetic, and alert breed known for its silky, fine coat and confident personality. With a compact frame and standing around 10 inches tall, this breed is lively, intelligent, and affectionate with its family. Originally bred to hunt small game in Australia, the Silky Terrier is known for its independent nature, but it can be very loyal and playful with its owners. Despite its small size, it has a bold, feisty character and thrives on attention, mental stimulation, and regular exercise. The Silky Terrier is best suited for active families or individuals who can provide companionship and consistent training.
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Dog Breed:

Silky Terrier

Lifespan:

13 - 15 years

Height:

9 - 10 inches

Weight:

8 - 10 pounds

Breed Group:

Toy

Shedding Amount:

Infrequent

My Info

The Silky Terrier is a small, energetic, and alert breed known for its silky, fine coat and confident personality. With a compact frame and standing around 10 inches tall, this breed is lively, intelligent, and affectionate with its family. Originally bred to hunt small game in Australia, the Silky Terrier is known for its independent nature, but it can be very loyal and playful with its owners. Despite its small size, it has a bold, feisty character and thrives on attention, mental stimulation, and regular exercise. The Silky Terrier is best suited for active families or individuals who can provide companionship and consistent training.

Contact Information

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(866) 240-9529

#Fun Dog Facts

• The phrase “three dog night” comes from Indigenous Australians using dogs for warmth.

• Dogs have been featured on postage stamps in over 100 countries.

• The Iditarod is a famous sled dog race in Alaska.

• The phrase “raining cats and dogs” may have originated from 17th-century England.

• Dogs are often used as mascots for sports teams.

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