ABOUT Australian Silky Terrier
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The Australian Silky Terrier
The home of the Silky Terrier is Australia. Its popularity is increasing but in recent years in Europe, more and more.
The Silky is a lovable, affectionate and friendly family dog. He is intelligent, loyal and strong.
The body hair is much shorter as the Yorkshire Terrier. The Silky Terrier sheds not, therefore, for
Allergy-sufferers. His coat is silky and smooth, should therefore have by no means curls and waves.
A neat appearance parted be mediated fine falling hair.
Despite its size, it requires enough run.
Classification FCI: Group 3
General appearance:
Compact, moderately low set dog of medium length. He embodies the characteristics of the terrier like zealous vigilance, vitality, health and performance.
Origin:
Australia
Life expectancy:
11-15 years
Maintenance:
Daily brushing of the hair silky prevents and eliminates impurities. Another must is the trimming of the feet, snout and ears in a cycle of about 6 weeks.
Racial Characteristics:
Long silky hair parted from blue-tan or gray-blue with a silver or fawn-colored tuft.