Curious
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Attentive
Watchful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

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

Silkins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Belgian Tervuren, German Shepherd

Silky Terrier, Japanese Chin

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Cream

A Tervard can have a litter of 6-10 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.

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.

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

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

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

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

Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes

Epilepsy

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

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

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

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

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

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

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

Tervards 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tervard, it's at least 10 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 Silkin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tervards 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.

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.

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

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.

Tervard 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

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-80 pound (34 - 36 kg) Tervard 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.

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.

The average cost of a Tervard is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Silkin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tervard is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Silkins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Tervards are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

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

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