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

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

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Gentle
Tempered
Joyful
Sweet
Inquisitive
Easygoing

Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

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

Bostalians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Silkeses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Bostalians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Silky Terrier and Maltese

Italian Greyhound, Boston Terriers

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®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Diabetes
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Count

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

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

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

Silkeses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

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

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

Playing fetch, Walking, Napping, Tug-of-war, Puzzle Toys, Walk, Barking, Jumping, Going on walks

Chuck it, Sing/howl, Nap, Cuddle, Go on Vacation, Walk, Tug-of-war, Chilling out, Dressing up, Running

Silkeses 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 Bostalian is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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.

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

The Bostalian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Bostalians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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