Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

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

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

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

Dachshund and Silky Terrier

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

Black
Brown
Blue
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Red
Isabella

Italian Papihounds have medium-length coats.

Silkshunds have coats that can be either short or medium in 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 Silkshund can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Acanthosis Nigricans
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

None Known

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Pannus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Histiocytosis
Corneal Dystrophy
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Follicular Dysplasia
Cleft Lip or Palate
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

Silkshunds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Silkshunds require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

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

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

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

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

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 Silkshund, it's at least 10 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 Silkshunds 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.

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

The Silkshund requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Silkshund is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

Italian Papihound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Silkshunds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

Italian Papihounds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Silkshunds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Silkshunds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Silkshunds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.