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

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Gentle
Social
Kind
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Trustworthy
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

Petite Golden Retrievers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Silky Terrier, Lhasa Apso

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Golden Retriever

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Blue
Silver
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Cream
Red

Silky-Lhasas are known for their coat length.

Petite Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Petite Golden Retriever can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Syringomyelia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Urolithiasis
Diabetes
Congenital Eye Defects

Cataracts
Diabetes
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Microphthalmia
Hypodysmyelinogenesis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)

Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Skin Biopsy
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiogram
Hip and Elbow X-rays

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

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

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

Petite Golden Retrievers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Petite Golden Retrievers 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 Petite Golden Retriever, it's at least 10 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 Petite Golden Retrievers usually need at least 90 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 Petite Golden Retriever 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.

Petite Golden Retriever 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Silky-Lhasa 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.

For an average 13-75 pound (6 - 34 kg) Petite Golden Retriever feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Silky-Lhasa is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Petite Golden Retriever is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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 Petite Golden Retriever 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.

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

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

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

Petite Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Petite Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.