Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Clever

Silkins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Silky Terrier, Japanese Chin

Siberian Husky, Dachshund

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue
White
Silver
Sable
Gray

Silkins have medium-length coats.

Duskys have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Silkin 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 Dusky can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Silkins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Heart Disease
Urinary Stones

Physical Examination
Blood Count
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Work
Serum Chemistry
Neurologic Exam
Ophthalmic Examination

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

Dusky has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Duskys sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Silkins are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Silkin dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Duskys 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 Silkin, it's at least 7 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 Dusky, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkins 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.

In general most Duskys 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.

Silkins 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.

The Dusky requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Dusky 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
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkin feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 25-55 pound (11 - 25 kg) Dusky feed 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 Silkin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Dusky is somewhere $1.40 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkin 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 Dusky 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.

Silkins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Silkins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Duskys are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

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

Duskys are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Silkins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

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