The Yorkshire Terrier vs the Silky Terrier. On the left top on mobile is the Yorkshire Terrier and on the right bottom on mobile is the Silky Terrier. This article will cover the similarities, differences, and interesting common bloodlines of these two toy breeds. Over the years, those dogs were bred to the English Waterside Terrier and some also believe to some extent to the Maltese.
As time passed, Yorkshire Terriers were being bred to Yorkshire Terriers with less influence from outside breeds and were becoming even more distinct. Size was becoming more consistent, due in large part to a Yorkie named Huddersfield Ben that won 74 show ring prizes and reliably sired dogs that were under 7 lbs.
An Australian Terrier, the Silky Terrier's other parent breed. These first pairings happened in Sydney, Australia, so at that time this newly developing breed was dubbed the Sydney Silky. For quite some time the Sydney Silky, the Yorkshire Terrier, and the Australian Terrier were interbred with no real distinction. Pet Yorkies and Silkies have variations including color, size, and more. Group: Toy Toy Weight: Not to exceed 7 lbs. No official weight, but usually around 10 lbs.
Bite set: Scissors bite when the incisor teeth in the upper jaw are in contact with but slightly overlap those in bottom jaw or level bite the incisor teeth meet exactly, surface to surface Scissors bite.
Head: Small and rather flat on top Strong, wedge-shaped, and moderately long. Stop is shallow. Muzzle: Not too long Skull is slightly longer than muzzle. Eyes: Medium in size and not too prominent; dark in color and sparkling with a sharp, intelligent expression Small, dark, almond shaped with dark rims. Ears: Small, v-shaped, carried erect, and set not too far apart Small, v-shaped, set high, and carried erect without tendency to flare obliquely off the skull.
The Yorkshire Terrier is on the left, the Silky Terrier is on the right. The forehead on the Silky not mentioned in the breed standard is narrower. Famous, is undoubtedly the most famous Yorkie of them all.
In he is ranked as the 10 th most popular dog breed in America, by the AKC. The Silky Terrier and the Yorkshire Terrier are very similar in appearance. The Yorkie looks like the daintier version of the Silky. According to breed standards, the Silky measures between 9 to 10 inches. They weigh around 10 pounds, although they can be bigger than this.
The smaller Yorkie officially measures between 7 and 8 inches tall. Yorkies weigh around 7 pounds, but they are also known to be smaller. The Silky tends to have a squarer face than the Yorkie. Yorkies have more of a domed-shaped skull, with bigger eyes, and a slightly bigger nose. The Yorkie has button-like features and much smaller eyes. While these features are not instantly obvious, those that are looking for differences can quickly make the distinction. The most instantly obvious appearance difference between the breeds is their ears.
This gives the appearance that they are much larger. They are set slightly further down the side of his head, giving them a smaller appearance. They both have the same long and silky coat. Their coats are often tied up above their eyes if they sport a natural coat. They also share similar colorings, with black and tan being the most common color of them both. However, according to breed standards, the Yorkie only has 4 recorded coat colors, whereas the Silky has 13 color variations.
Both the Yorkshire Terrier and the Silky Terrier are toy dog breeds. They are beautiful and somewhat elegant in their demeanor. Their true Terrier characteristics shine through making them both feisty and playful. There are slight differences in their temperaments.
The Silky is much more curious than the Yorkie. The Yorkie could easily laze about with his master for most of the day, enjoying the luxury of his lap. Silky Terriers are much more restless. Remember, that bored Terriers are destructive Terriers.
The Silky is also much more independent. This means they can be left alone for long periods of time without feeling overly anxious. Yorkies are more likely to suffer from separation anxiety. For this reason, it is a great idea to crate train both breeds to alleviate any type of anxious behavior. Because the Yorkie is super tiny, some argue that he is not a suitable pet for families with small children, because they often treat him as they would their cuddly toy.
However, we say that this is down to personal preference, and whatever you decide just be sure to supervise children and dogs when they are around each other. Other household pets are hit and miss with both the Yorkie and the Silky. Good luck if there are pet rodents in the house, given their ratting background! However, if they are socialized well as pups and the other animal is bigger than them, they might not feel threatened.
Again, this is down to personal preference. Just be sure to have a controlled pre-meet with all household pets before you commit to anything. The Silky Terrier needs slightly more exercise than the Yorkshire Terrier. This is often another deciding factor between the two breeds. Silkies are more curious, as described above.
Silkies need around 45 minutes of exercise every day in order to keep their minds and bodies happy. The Yorkie only needs around 20 to 30 minutes of exercise every day. Whilst this might not seem like a lot, it can be the difference between an inactive and active family. If you and your family are a little more energetic then you may prefer the Silky over the Yorkie. The Yorkie tends to tire quicker. If you are after a house dog, then the Yorkie might make a better option for you.
Being more curious the Silky would also prefer a variety in his exercise routine. The Yorkie would be happy with neighborhood walks and a little romp in the garden.
The Silky would make a great running partner and would enjoy playing interactive games such as fetch and tug of war. They also make great participants in agility courses. You can be sure that if you have a garden both breeds will make the most out of it, however as a word of warning, make sure that your garden fencing is reinforced and high. If they catch sight of a mouse, or cat for that matter, they will be off quicker than anything, particularly the Silky!
The Yorkshire Terrier tends to be more protective over his master , mainly because he is more of an anxious pup, compared to the Silky Terrier who is generally more easy-going and too busy chasing the squirrels. The key to limiting protective behaviors is socializing them both well as a pup , in a variety of unfamiliar situations with animals of all shapes and sizes, and ensuring that such protective behaviors are discouraged.
The Silky is a little easier to train , as he is more reward-focused and eager to learn compared to the Yorkie. If the Yorkie is not in the mood for a training session, you can be sure that he will not be participating in the training session.
End of! They are clever and will skillfully try to dominate any household. She believes their definitive characteristic is being alert and on watch at all times. At the same time, they want to sleep in bed with you and be with you every minute of the day. They get bored with training unless you make it fun. Compare Breeds Compare up to 5 different breeds side by side. Dog Name Finder Browse our extensive library of dog names for inspiration. Find out the best and worst foods for your dog and which to avoid.
Additional Resources AKC. Clubs Offering: Training Classes. Oct 18, 4 Minutes. Adult Silky Terrier. Photo courtesy of Norma Baugh.
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