Silky-Pin Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Silky-Pin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

Silky-Pin dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

Silky-Pins are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Silky-Pin is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

United States

Silky Terrier and Miniature Pinscher

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000s

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

The coat of a Silky-Pin is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

A Silky-Pin can have a litter of 3-5 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.

The adaptability of Silky-Pin dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Silky-Pin is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Congenital Eye Defects

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Silky-Pins are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Silky-Pin have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Silky-Pins a breed that requires only a small amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people with busy lifestyles, elderly people or those who have limited mobility. They also make great pets for those who live in small apartments or have limited outdoor space.

The Silky-Pin breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Silky-Pin dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

Walking

Silky-Pins 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky-Pin, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky-Pins 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.

The Silky-Pin is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Silky-Pin 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.

The average cost of a Silky-Pin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky-Pin 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 Silky-Pin breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is particularly attuned to its environment and the emotions of those around it. It can be easily overwhelmed by loud noises, new environments, and unfamiliar people or animals. This dog is best suited for individuals or families who are patient, gentle, and understanding of its sensitive nature. It may also benefit from a calm and stable home environment, with a consistent routine and plenty of positive reinforcement training.

Silky-Pins are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Silky-Pins are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Silky-Pins are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Silky-Pins are below average dog friendly dogs. Silky-Pin dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Silky-Pins are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Silky-Pins are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Silky-Pin for a mellower experience.

Silky-Pin dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.