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

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Elegant
Cheerful
Hard working
Herding

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

Labollies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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Silky Terrier and Pomeranian

Collie, Labrador Retriever

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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
Blue
White
Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Sable

Pom-Silks are known for their coat length.

Labollies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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.

A Labollie can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

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

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Allergies
Eye Infections
Skin Infections

Allergies

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

X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

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 Labollie, 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 Labollies 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 Labollie requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Labollie 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
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Pom-Silk 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.

For an average 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) Labollie feed 2 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 Pom-Silk is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Labollie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 a Labollie 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Labollies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

Pom-Silks are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Labollies are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Labollies are highly friendly around strangers.

Pom-Silks are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Pom-Silks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Labollie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.