Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Quick
Gentle
Going
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Silkins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Silkins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Silky Terrier, Japanese Chin

Pug and Silky Terrier

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

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Black
Fawn
Cream
Silver
Blue
Gray

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

Silky Pugs 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

Entropion
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Liver Shunts
Urolithiasis

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

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Corneal Ulcer

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

Eye
Blood
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan
Hip and Knee
Skeletal Exam

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

Silky Pugs are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Silkins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Silky Pugs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Silkins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

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.

Silky Pugs 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 Silky Pug, it's at least 5 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 Silky Pugs 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.

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 Silky Pug 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.

Silky Pug 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
Comb
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 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Silky Pug 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 Silky Pug is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

Silkins are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Silky Pug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Silkins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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