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 Majestic Tree Hound 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
Independent
Loyal
Cheerful
Intelligent
Social

Silkchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Majestic Tree Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Silkchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Majestic Tree Hounds make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

Bloodhound, Treeing Walker Coonhound, Grand Bleu de Gascogne, Basset Hound

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.
NKC = National Kennel Club

Unknown

Early 20th Century

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Black
Brown
Gray
Red
White

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Majestic Tree Hounds 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 Majestic Tree Hound can have a litter of 10-13 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.

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

Majestic Tree Hounds 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

Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)

Allergies

Obesity
Ear Health and Infection

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

Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests

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

Majestic Tree Hound 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.

Majestic Tree Hounds require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Majestic Tree Hounds 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.

The Majestic Tree Hound is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Playing, Walking, Go to Park, Walk

Fetch, Play

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.

Majestic Tree Hounds 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 Majestic Tree Hound, it's at least 20 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 Majestic Tree Hounds 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.

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

The Majestic Tree Hound 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.

Majestic Tree Hound 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
Deshedder
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 75-110 pound (34 - 50 kg) Majestic Tree Hound feed 3 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 Majestic Tree Hound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Majestic Tree Hound is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Majestic Tree Hound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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.

Majestic Tree Hounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.