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 Eskimo Schnauzer 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
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

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

Eskimo Schnauzers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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Silky Terrier and Maltese

Schnauzer and American Eskimo

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

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Cream

White

Silkeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Eskimo Schnauzers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Silkese 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.

An Eskimo Schnauzer can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

Eskimo Schnauzers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Eskimo Schnauzers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Hip Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Pancreatitis

Diabetes
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Bladder Stones
Atopy Dermatitis
Canine Cushing’s Disease

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Count

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

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

Eskimo Schnauzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Silkeses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Silkese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Eskimo Schnauzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silkese, it's at least 7 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 Eskimo Schnauzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkeses 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 Eskimo Schnauzers 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.

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

Eskimo Schnauzer 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
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Silkese 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.

For an average 10-30 pound (5 - 14 kg) Eskimo Schnauzer 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.

The average cost of a Silkese is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Eskimo Schnauzer is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkese 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.

The average per month expenses of an Eskimo Schnauzer is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

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

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

Eskimo Schnauzers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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