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

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Silkchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Fourche Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

Yorkshire Terrier and Westie

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

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

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Brindle

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Fourche Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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 Fourche Terrier 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.

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

Fourche Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

The Fourche Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on 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
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Allergies

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

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

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Fourche Terriers 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.

Fourche Terriers 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.

Fourche Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Playing, Walking, Go to Park, Walk

Fetch, Walk, Long walk, Pool, Long walks, Walking, Brushing, Belly rub, 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.

Fourche Terriers 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 Fourche Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Fourche Terriers 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.

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

Fourche Terrier 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Fourche Terrier 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 Fourche Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Fourche Terrier is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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 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 Fourche Terrier 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.

Fourche Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Fourche Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.