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

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cesky Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

Calm
Nonaggressive
Reserved
Cheerful
Quiet
Trainable

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

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

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

Cesky Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

United States

Czech Republic

Silky Terrier and Miniature Pinscher

scottish, sealyham, dandie dinmont terriers

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

American Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale

2000s

1940s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Brown
Gray

Straight

Wavy

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 Cesky 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.

Silky-Pins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Congenital Eye Defects

Scottie Cramp
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Blood
Heart
Physical Examination
Biopsy

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

Cesky Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Silky-Pin has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cesky Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

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

Cesky Terriers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Cesky Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking

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.

Cesky Terriers 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-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 Cesky Terrier, it's at least 7 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 Cesky Terriers usually need at least 45 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 requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

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

Cesky Terrier 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

Comb
Deshedder
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.

For an average 13-23 pound (6 - 10 kg) Cesky Terrier feed 2.3 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 Cesky Terrier 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 Cesky Terrier 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.

Silky-Pin is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Cesky Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

Cesky Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Cesky Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Silky-Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cesky Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Cesky Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Silky-Pins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Cesky Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.