Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Playful
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Silkins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Silky Terrier, Japanese Chin

Pug and Papillon

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Black
White
Silver
Sable
Red

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 Pugillon can have a litter of 2-4 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.

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

While the Silkin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Pugillons typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Liver Shunts

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

Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Corneal Ulcer
Follicular Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
Dna For Vwd
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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

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

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.

Pugillons 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 Pugillon, it's at least 8 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 Pugillons usually need at least 25 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 Pugillon has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pugillon 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
Comb
Scissors
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 8-18 pound (4 - 8 kg) Pugillon 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 Silkin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pugillon is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

Pugillons have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

Silkins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Pugillons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Pugillons 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.

Pugillons are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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