Confident, spirited, and full of charm — a small companion with a big personality and a luxurious coat.
🧠 QUICK SNAPSHOT
- Temperament: Alert, affectionate, confident
- Energy Level: Moderate to high
- Size: Small
- Good With Families: Yes
- Trainability: High
- Grooming: Moderate to high
- Best For: Families, apartments, companionship
📚 OVERVIEW
The Silky Terrier is a lively Australian breed known for its beautiful flowing coat and fearless terrier spirit. Despite its elegant appearance, the Silky Terrier is an energetic and adventurous dog that loves exploring, playing, and being involved in family activities.
They combine the loyalty of a companion dog with the bold confidence of a working terrier, making them entertaining and engaging pets.
✅ PROS & CONS
Pros
- Affectionate and loyal companion
- Intelligent and easy to train
- Compact size suits many homes
- Alert and excellent watchdog
Cons
- Requires regular grooming and coat maintenance
- Can be vocal at times
- Strong prey drive toward small animals
- May become stubborn without consistent training
🏃 EXERCISE NEEDS
Needs daily walks and playtime.
Enjoys games, exploring, and interactive family activities.
🧠 TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR
Intelligent and full of terrier confidence.
Responds well to positive reinforcement and consistent training while benefiting from early socialisation.
