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Australian Silky Terrier
The Australian Silky Terrier is a small, refined toy terrier developed in Australia from Yorkshire and Australian Terrier ancestry. Known for its long, silky blue-and-tan coat and keen expression, it combines the elegance of a toy breed with true terrier spirit. Alert, lively, and affectionate, it is a devoted companion that also retains strong instincts as a vermin hunter.
Height
9-10"
Weight
8-10 lbs
Lifespan
12-15 years
Coat
Single
Energy
Medium
Trainability
Moderate
Temperament
alertlivelyaffectionateconfidentinquisitive
Coat Colors
blue and tanblue and goldgray blue and tan
Fun Facts
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Despite being in the Toy Group, the Australian Silky Terrier was originally bred as a working ratter and still has a strong prey drive.
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The breed’s long, silky coat is a single coat with hair-like texture, which sheds relatively little compared to many double-coated breeds.
Community Discussion
0 commentsBreed Stats
Energy Level7/10
Trainability7/10
Health8/10
Grooming Needs8/10
Good with Kids6/10
Good with Dogs5/10
