While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cesky Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Silkin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Calm
Nonaggressive
Reserved
Cheerful
Quiet
Trainable

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

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

Silkins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Cesky Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Silkins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

scottish, sealyham, dandie dinmont terriers

Silky Terrier, Japanese Chin

American Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale

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®

1940s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
Gray

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Cesky Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silkins have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Cesky Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Cesky Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes

Scottie Cramp
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

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

Blood
Heart
Physical Examination
Biopsy

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

Cesky Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Cesky Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Cesky Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Silkins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

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

Cesky Terriers 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.

In general most Cesky Terriers 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.

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.

Cesky Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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.

Cesky 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

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

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-23 pound (6 - 10 kg) Cesky Terrier feed 2.3 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 Cesky Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Cesky Terrier 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.

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.

Cesky Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Cesky Terriers 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.

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

Silkins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cesky Terriers 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.

Cesky Terriers are not dog-friendly.

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

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

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

Cesky Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Silkins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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