Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Obedient
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Devoted
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Clever
Extroverted

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

Dameranians are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Silky-Lhasas as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Dameranians are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

United States

United States

Silky Terrier, Lhasa Apso

Pomeranian, Dachshund

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
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue
Silver
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Red
Cream
Black
Gray
Fawn
Blue
Sable
Brindle

Silky-Lhasas are known for their coat length.

Dameranians have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Silky-Lhasa can have a litter of 4-6 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 Dameranian 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.

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

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

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Epilepsy
Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Urolithiasis
Diabetes
Congenital Eye Defects

None

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Blood Work
Allergy Testing

Silky-Lhasas are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Silky-Lhasa has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

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

Beach, Walks, Park

Fetch, Tug of war, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Walking, Snuggling, Playdate, Play, Nap, Running, Sleep, Eating Snacks, Sleeping, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Cuddles, Digging

Silky-Lhasas 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.

Dameranians 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 Silky-Lhasa, 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 Dameranian, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky-Lhasas 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 Dameranians 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.

Silky-Lhasas have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

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

Dameranian 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

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Silky-Lhasa 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 Dameranian 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.

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

Dameranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Silky-Lhasas make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Dameranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Dameranians are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Silky-Lhasas are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Dameranians are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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