Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive

Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Confident
Curious
Loyal
Watchful

Silkyties are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

Germany

Shetland Sheepdog and Silky Terrier

Shepherding Dog, Wolf-type Dog

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Silver
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Fawn

Black
Gray
Red
Silver
Sable
Fawn

Silkyties are known for their coat length.

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

A Silkytie can have a litter of 4-6 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 German Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 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.

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

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

While the Silkytie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

German Shepherds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Congenital Heart Defect

Cataracts
Allergies
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Panosteitis
Pannus
Perianal Fistulas
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

Cardiac
Hip
Blood Test
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

German Shepherd has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

German Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silkytie, it's at least 8 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 German Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silkyties 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 German Shepherds 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.

Silkyties have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-20 pound (5 - 9 kg) Silkytie 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 65-90 pound (29 - 41 kg) German Shepherd 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 Silkytie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average cost of a German Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkytie 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 German Shepherd is between $55 - $77. This makes an average of $660 - $924 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 Silkytie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

German Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.