Appearance of the Silkzer
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| The Silkzer is a small dog weighing no more than 7 kilos and measuring no more than 36 centimeters. It has a double coat of medium hair. The coat can be slightly longer and is usually soft and wavy, but it can also be silky and long. Coat texture depends mainly on which parent the hybrid most closely resembles. The Silkzer is not usually a solid color and can be black, brown, tan, red, cream or blue. It has a robust body and a short tail that is usually curled. The Silkzer's ears are triangular and stand up at the tips. The Silkzer's round, brown eyes are set in a medium-sized head, and the muzzle can be short or long, depending on the breed's dominant characteristics. |
Temperament of the Silkzer
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| Silkzers are lively and outgoing, thanks to the Terrier bloodlines of both their parents. They're full of energy and love their family. As far as children are concerned, Silkzers are best suited to older children who won't tease or accidentally hurt them while playing. They have an active mind and love the attention of their owners. The Silkzer's parental lines add an exacerbated prey drive that can make it difficult to cohabit with other small pets, but this hybrid can learn to live in harmony with early and appropriate socialization. However, it is not as energetic as some of the Terrier lines and adapts well to living with cats and dogs. The Silkzer is eager to please its owners and also trains very quickly. |
Needs and activities of the Silkzer
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| The Silkzer, though descended from a line of Terriers, doesn't need much daily exercise or strenuous activity. It's a moderately active breed, content to follow its master around the house or run through the living room. Because of its size and activity requirements, the Silkzer adapts perfectly to life in a small space and does well in an apartment. He'll need activity and affectionate attention from his owners to keep him happy. The Silkzer has a high tolerance for warm climates and does moderately well in colder climates, but it can live anywhere, preferring the security of indoor living. |
Maintenance of the Silkzer
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| The Silkzer has a medium to long coat, and its double coat requires daily brushing to maintain a silky, well-groomed appearance. Silkzer doesn't shed much and can have hypoallergenic qualities. However, daily brushing will remove dead or loose hairs, as well as dirt and debris that get stuck. Silkzer is not known for its doggy smell. Any foul odor should be investigated, as it may indicate a skin infection or dental problems. Silkzers have sensitive skin and should only be bathed when necessary to avoid stripping the skin of its natural oils. Frequent grooming helps to distribute the natural oils and keep the skin and coat healthy. The Silkzer is not known to have dental problems, but brushing once a week is always recommended to help prevent dental problems, especially later in life. |
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