Unfortunately, the Cotralian is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silkeses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Gentle
Tempered
Joyful
Sweet
Inquisitive
Easygoing

Cotralians are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

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

Avoid Silkeses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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Australian Shepherd, Cocker Spaniel

Silky Terrier and Maltese

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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®

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Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Gray
Red
Silver
White

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Cream

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

Silkeses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 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 Silkese 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.

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

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

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Hypoglycemia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Eye Abnormalities
Familial Nephropathy
Hepatitis

Diabetes
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Urinalysis
Joint Fluid Sample

Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Urinalysis
Blood Count

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

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

Cotralians need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Cotralians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Fetch, Walk, Run, Frisbee, Running, Walking, Cuddle, Train, Cuddles, Walking;, Catch treats, Training

Playing fetch, Walking, Napping, Tug-of-war, Puzzle Toys, Walk, Barking, Jumping, Going on walks

Cotralians 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.

Silkeses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Silkese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cotralian, it's at least 12 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 Silkese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Cotralians 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.

In general most Silkeses 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.

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

Silkeses 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.

Cotralian 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, Silkese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 30-60 pound (14 - 27 kg) Cotralian 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.

For an average 9-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Silkese feed 1.5 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 Cotralian is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Silkese is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Cotralian 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.

The average per month expenses of a Silkese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

Cotralian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Cotralian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Cotralians make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silkeses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Cotralians are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Silkeses are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Cotralian is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Silkeses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.