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 Dutch Smoushond 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

Affectionate
Lively
Friendly

Avoid Silkchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

Poodle, Brussels Griffon, Border Terrier and German Schnauzer

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Cream

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Dutch Smoushonds have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Wiry

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 Dutch Smoushond can have a litter of 12-15 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.

Silkchons are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Dutch Smoushonds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Silkchon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Dutch Smoushonds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Allergies

Arthritis

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

OFA
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

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

Dutch Smoushonds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Dutch Smoushond has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Dutch Smoushonds 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.

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

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

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

Playing, Walking, Go to Park, Walk

Walking, Car rides, Tug-of-war

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.

Dutch Smoushonds 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 Dutch Smoushond, it's at least 12 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 Dutch Smoushonds 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 Dutch Smoushond has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Dutch Smoushond 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

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

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

Dutch Smoushonds 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.

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

Silkchons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Dutch Smoushonds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Silkchons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Dutch Smoushonds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.