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

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

Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Quick
Gentle
Going
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful
Courageous
Independent
Loyal

Silky Pugs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

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

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

United States

England

Pug and Silky Terrier

Waterside, Manchester, Paisley, Skye, Dandie Dinmont Terriers

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Fawn
Cream
Silver
Blue
Gray

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

Silky Pugs have medium-length coats.

Yorkshire Terriers are known for their coat length.

A Silky Pug 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 Yorkshire Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 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.

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

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

Entropion
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Pug Dog Encephalitis
Necrotizing Meningoencephalitis
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Liver Shunts
Urolithiasis

Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Corneal Ulcer

Patellar Luxation

Eye
Blood
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
CT or MRI scan
Hip and Knee
Skeletal Exam

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy

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

Yorkshire Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Yorkshire Terriers require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Yorkshire Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Playing, Snuggling

Walk, Play, Walking, Belly rubs, Toys, Fetch, Being held, Napping, People watching, Jump, Run, Lounge, Sniffing, Petting, Resting, Belly action, Sleeping, Running, Eating Snacks, Brushing, Cuddling, Attention, Pets, Barking, Exploring, Marking, Licking, Cuddles, Walkig, Play keep away

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Pug, it's at least 5 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 Yorkshire Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Pugs 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 Yorkshire Terriers 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.

The Silky Pug requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Silky Pug 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, Yorkshire Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

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

Silky Pug has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Yorkshire Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are not suitable for children.

Silky Pugs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Yorkshire Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Yorkshire Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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