Unfortunately, the Dalmatian 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, Silkshire Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitive
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

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

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

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Black
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Black

Pied
Black
Brown
White

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Red

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

Silkshire Terriers are known for their coat length.

A Dalmatian can have a litter of 12-14 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 Silkshire Terrier 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.

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

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

Deafness
Urolithiasis

Early Tooth Loss
Bone Fractures
Bronchitis
Digestive Problems

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Laryngeal Paralysis
Dalmatian Bronzing Syndrome
Microphthalmia

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Hearing
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
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X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Full Physical Examination

Dalmatians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Silkshire Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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Walking, Cuddles, Playing chase

Dalmatians 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.

Silkshire Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmatian, it's at least 14 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 Silkshire Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmatians 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 Silkshire Terriers 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 Dalmatian is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

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Nail Clipper

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Nail Clipper

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Dalmatian 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 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkshire Terrier 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.

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Dalmatian 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 Silkshire Terrier 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.

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

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

The Dalmatian is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Silkshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Dalmatians are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

Dalmatians are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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