The Silky Terrier is an Australian dog that is known for it’s loving nature…

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Silky Terrier Puppy And Dog Information
By Mitch Endick

The Silky Terrier is a loving, energy dog. They are good watch dogs, although they can tend to be barkers. They can be kept in an apartment as they are small enough to get most of there exercise needs indoors. They are good with other dogs but must be extensively socialized with other pets. They do best with older children that they have been socialized with. The can tend to be a one person or one family dog. As a reminder, never leave a child unsupervised with a puppy or dog.

Approximate Adult Size

The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the Silky Terrier is 9 to 10 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 8 to 11 pounds.

Special Health Considerations

Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the Silky Terrier is no exception. Although considered a very healthy breed, be on the look out for Read the rest of this entry »

The Australian Silky Terrier is one tough customer! That’s right…It was bred in Australia to make a well adapted terrier to the Aussie environment.

And, Yes…It’s true…There are snakes, and other dangerous critters, in people’s backyards in Australia, as I can attest to.

These terriers may be small in stature, but they have huge amounts of courage and heart!

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The Australian Silky Terrier: A Snake Killer?
By Michael Russell

The Australian Silky Terrier is thought to have been Read the rest of this entry »