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 Weimshepherd 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

Curious
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Steady
Watchful
Fast

Silkchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Weimshepherds are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

Weimaraner, German Shepherd

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Black
Gray

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Weimshepherds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Weimshepherd can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Allergies

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Bloat
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease

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

Elbow
Hip And Eyes
Thyroid Tests

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

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

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

Weimshepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Playing, Walking, Go to Park, Walk

Playing, Road trip, Fetch, Run, Grooming DAILY, Snuggling, Tug of war, Cuddling, Walking

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.

Weimshepherds 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 Weimshepherd, it's at least 14 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 Weimshepherds 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 Weimshepherd 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.

Weimshepherd 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

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 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Weimshepherd 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 Weimshepherd 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 Weimshepherd 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.

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.

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

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

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