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 Lapponian Herder 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

Calm
Energetic
Vocal
Docile
Friendly

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

Lapponian Herders are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Silkeses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Lapponian Herders make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Uknown

Finland

Silky Terrier and Maltese

Spitz-type

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®

ACA = American Canine Association Inc.
AKC = American Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

1950s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Cream

Black
Brown
Gray

Silkeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Lapponian Herders have medium-length coats.

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.

A Lapponian Herder can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

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

The Lapponian Herder breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Ear Infections
Skin Allergies

Diabetes
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Count

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays

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

Lapponian Herders thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Lapponian Herder 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.

Lapponian Herders need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

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

Silkese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Lapponian Herder dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Camping, Hike

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.

Lapponian Herders 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.

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 Lapponian Herder, it's at least 10 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 Lapponian Herders 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.

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 Lapponian Herder has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Lapponian Herder 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
Comb
Scissors
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 60-70 pound (27 - 32 kg) Lapponian Herder feed 2.8 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 a Lapponian Herder is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 a Lapponian Herder 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.

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

Lapponian Herder is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Lapponian Herders can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

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

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

Lapponian Herders are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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