Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

Active
Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle

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

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

United States

United States

Silky Terrier and Miniature Pinscher

Shih Tzu and Papillon

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

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

2000s

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
White

Silky-Pins have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Papastzus are known for their coat length.

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 Papastzu can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

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

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Congenital Eye Defects

Cataracts
Hydrocephalus
Familial Nephropathy
Eyelid Defects
Von Willebrand's Disease
Follicular Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Invertebral Disc Disease

Eye Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
DNA

Eye Examinations
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

Papastzus are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Papastzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Walking

Car rides, Walk, Go visiting, Walking, Playing fetch, Throwing a ball, Swimming

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.

Papastzus 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 Papastzu, it's at least 3 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 Papastzus usually need at least 30 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.

Papastzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Papastzus have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Papastzu is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Silky-Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Papastzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Papastzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Papastzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Papastzus are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.