Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Pom-Silks are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Avoid Italian Papihounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Pom-Silks aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

United States

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

Silky Terrier and Pomeranian

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid 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®

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
Blue
White
Black

Italian Papihounds have medium-length coats.

Pom-Silks are known for their coat length.

An Italian Papihound 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.

A Pom-Silk 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.

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

Pom-Silks are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Heart Diseases and Disorders

None Known

Allergies
Eye Infections
Skin Infections

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

Liver Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Full Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Biochemical Profile Tests
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Glucose Level Testing

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

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

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

Pom-Silks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Italian Papihounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Papihound, it's at least 9 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 Pom-Silk, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian Papihounds usually need at least 45 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 Pom-Silks usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Italian Papihound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pom-Silks require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Italian Papihound 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder

The average cost of an Italian Papihound is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pom-Silk is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Papihound 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 Pom-Silk is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

Italian Papihounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Pom-Silks make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Pom-Silks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.