Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

Active
Confident
Hard
Working
Stubborn
Intelligent
Alert
Friendly
Protective
Watchful

Silky-Pins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Belgian Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Silky-Pins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Belgian Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

Belgium

Silky Terrier and Miniature Pinscher

Shepherd Dog

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

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

2000s

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Black
Fawn
Sable

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.

A Belgian Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-14 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-Pins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Congenital Eye Defects

Cataracts
Epilepsy

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Thyroid Tests
MRI
Eye Examination

Silky-Pins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Belgian Sheepdogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Silky-Pins need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Belgian Sheepdogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Belgian Sheepdogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Silky-Pin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Belgian Sheepdog dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Walking

Playing Ball, Walk, Run, Keep away, Hike, Swim, Frizbee, Canoeing, Chase, Long walks, Hiking, Eating Snacks

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Belgian Sheepdog, it's at least 9 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.

In general most Belgian Sheepdogs 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-Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Belgian Sheepdog 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
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.

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Belgian Sheepdog feed 2.5 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 cost of a Belgian Sheepdog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 average per month expenses of a Belgian Sheepdog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Silky-Pins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Belgian Sheepdogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Belgian Sheepdogs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Silky-Pins are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Belgian Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.