Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

Hunting
Energetic

Pom-Silks are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

Great Britain

Silky Terrier and Pomeranian

Old English Black and Tan Terrier, Manchester Terrier

Unknown

16th Century

Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
Blue
White
Black

Pied
Black
Brown

Pom-Silks are known for their coat length.

English Toy Terriers have short coats.

A Pom-Silk 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.

An English Toy Terrier can have a litter of 14-16 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.

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

English Toy Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Pateller Luxation

Allergies
Eye Infections
Skin Infections

Skin Allergies
Skin Conditions

Liver Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Full Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Biochemical Profile Tests
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Glucose Level Testing

Skin Evaluation
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Biopsy or Intradermal Tests for specific allergies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

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

English Toy Terriers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

English Toy Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Pom-Silks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Toy Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

English Toy Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Dog Parks, Walk, Play, Nap, Playdate

Napping, Dog agility, Game of chase, Beach

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pom-Silk, it's at least 6 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 English Toy Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pom-Silks usually need at least 40 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 English Toy Terriers 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.

Pom-Silks 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 English Toy Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

English Toy 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
Deshedder

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Pom-Silk is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of an English Toy Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pom-Silk is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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 an English Toy Terrier 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.

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

English Toy Terriers are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

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

English Toy Terriers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Pom-Silks have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Toy Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Pom-Silks are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

English Toy Terriers are not cat friendly.

Pom-Silks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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