While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silkchons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Chipit is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Stubborn
Clownish
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Strong
Willed
Aggressive

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

Chihuahua, American Pit Bull Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2003

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Fawn
Brown
Brindle
Gray
White
White

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Chipits have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Silkchon can have a litter of 3-5 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 Chipit can have a litter of 2-4 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.

Patellar Luxation
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Hyperadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Color Dilution Alopecia

Allergies

Cataracts
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Spina Bifida

Chest X-rays
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Biochemistry Panel Tests
Clinical Exam
Eye and Ear Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Spine
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Silkchons' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Silkchons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Chipits need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Silkchons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Playing, Walking, Go to Park, Walk

Fetch, Tug-of-war, Playing outside, Napping, Walks, Running, Walking, Hiking, Sleeping, Cuddling, Chewing, Chase, Play, Run, Walk, Snuggles, Dog Parks, Cuddle, Nap, Chasing ball, Everything, Jogging, Playing catch

Silkchons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Silkchon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Chipits 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 Silkchon, it's at least 4 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 Chipit, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkchons 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.

In general most Chipits usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Chipit is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkchon 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 20-35 pound (9 - 16 kg) Chipit feed 2 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 Silkchon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Chipit is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkchon 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.

The average per month expenses of a Chipit 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.

Silkchons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Chipit has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

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

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

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

Silkchons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Chipits have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Silkchons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Chipits are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Chipits are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Silkchons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chipits are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.