Yorkie vs Silky?

[nadalia]

Is there a differance between the Yorkie and a Silky?
Im confused now
as a Silky weighs 10 pounds but ours weighs 2.8
The breeder has the dad very small with a longish nose that weighs 3 pounds He tried to bite me very snippish which was unusual not the typical attitude of a yorkie from my experiences as they are usually very sweet and playful to me We almost didn't get this yorkie because of it

But the mom that looked more like the avg yorkie that I'm use to that
weighs 5 pounds and didn't care to meet me or not

Now the offspring is only 3 pounds slightly under that that we got
and was just told it is not a yorkie but a silky? by a groomer a year later
This groomer says people get yorkies and silkies mixed up
something is mixed up because silkies weigh 10 pounds and ours is 2.8 lbs

yet the vet says she is a yorkie

we are very confused

our doggie whatever she is is very loved and hardly ever barks only
when needs to and just loves people
she is what everone would love to have if they are tiny dog lovers
but what is she?
a silky?
a silky yorky?
a teacup yorky?
I did just want a regular yorkie but I am in love with my little dot!
Wonder what we got?

[BlueBelle]

Well, you sure can't go by size or weight. My Yorkie, who is 8 mos. weighs about 3.6lbs, my daughters is closer to 8 lbs, longer nose and body than std, my daughter inlaw's Yorkie is 4.5 at little over a year. All with registered papers. If you got your pup from a reputable breeder, than it's a Yorkie, just of the smaller variety. But as you say, it doesn't matter, but we all like to know.

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by nadalia

Is there a differance between the Yorkie and a Silky?
Im confused now
as a Silky weighs 10 pounds but ours weighs 2.8
The breeder has the dad very small with a longish nose that weighs 3 pounds He tried to bite me very snippish which was unusual not the typical attitude of a yorkie from my experiences as they are usually very sweet and playful to me We almost didn't get this yorkie because of it

But the mom that looked more like the avg yorkie that I'm use to that
weighs 5 pounds and didn't care to meet me or not

Now the offspring is only 3 pounds slightly under that that we got
and was just told it is not a yorkie but a silky? by a groomer a year later
This groomer says people get yorkies and silkies mixed up
something is mixed up because silkies weigh 10 pounds and ours is 2.8 lbs

yet the vet says she is a yorkie

we are very confused

our doggie whatever she is is very loved and hardly ever barks only
when needs to and just loves people
she is what everone would love to have if they are tiny dog lovers
but what is she?
a silky?
a silky yorky?
a teacup yorky?
I did just want a regular yorkie but I am in love with my little dot!
Wonder what we got?

Got AKC.org and read the standard on both these breeds. While they have similiar traits they are very easily told apart.

[robintaff]

I've been told, some breeders will breed a silkie female to a yorkie male. The silkies are somewhat larger, therefore able to produce a larger litter. My friend has a yorkie, according to AKC papers, but it looks just like a silkie....go figure.

[jencar98]

Originally Posted by robintaff

I've been told, some breeders will breed a silkie female to a yorkie male. The silkies are somewhat larger, therefore able to produce a larger litter. My friend has a yorkie, according to AKC papers, but it looks just like a silkie....go figure.

I have read that too and think I'm currently fostering evidence of just this type of breeding. Two girls surrendered as "yorkies", a mom and her daughter. The mom looks and I'm sure is a silky, her daughter I believe has to be a yorkie/silky mix. The daughter has more of a yorkie body (slightly longer) and face but has the exact same coat as the Mom.

[robintaff]

My friends yorkie/silkie is the sweetest thing, but has terrific skin issues... They rescued her through a friend, pretty much sight unseen. They have finally figured out her problem, she's allergic to grains and anything with yeast. They spent hundreds of dollars and had the poor thing on so many vet prescribed medications. Finally, through trail and error, switched her to a raw diet....she is like a different dog. Her once elephant skin, is now supple and her hair is growing in beautifully. I know I kinda went off the subject, but this is the kind of issues that occur when unethical breeding takes place....

[clueless]

I adopted a "yorkie" from a local pound. It was called a Yorkie by my vet, but I don't think it is. I believe he's a silky. The real clincher? His hair does not grow. A yorkies coat will grow to the ground if you don't clip it, this little guy does not do any such thing. The best I can get is facial regrowth if I snip his muzzle. He also likes to bite when things don't go his way. So, I don't know really, but if you think his hair isnt' growing, then he might be a silky!

Callie

[Britster]

I really think Jackson is a Silky/Yorkie mix. He's got some features that, to me, are sooo Silky, but some of his other features just look more Yorkie. Also had my uncles fiancee had gotten a "Silkshire Terrier" (silky/yorkie) from the pet store () and looked JUST like Jackson!

From reading some personality traits, etc, Jackson seems to fit the description of a Silky pretty well.

Silky Terrier Information, Facts, Pictures, Training and Grooming

Silky:
Lively, spirited, and full of energy, the Silky Terrier is a confident and charming little dog with plenty of character. These are friendly and cheerful dogs, and are very adaptable and intelligent. Training the Silky Terrier shouldn't be too much of a problem, as they are quick to learn and responsive, making them ideal for inexperienced owners as well as the more experienced. These dogs may be small but they have plenty of courage and a curious streak. They are also very keen on digging, which is why a secure and safe area is necessary for him to play and exercise in when he is not on a leash. The Silky Terrier can sometimes be bossy, and needs an owner that will be assertive and firm yet positive. The Silky Terrier thrives on the attention and affection of his owner, and is not the right choice for those with little time for their pets.
Housebreaking the Silky Terrier may prove difficult, and owners should look out for his possessive streak when it comes to his belongings and food. You should socialize your Silky Terrier early on to promote a stable temperament and sociable personality, as some can grow to be suspicious. The Silky Terrier gets along well with children, but is best around older, gentle children as he doesn't take kindly to boisterous kids and being handled roughly. They will get along okay with other pets, but may be quarrelsome with dogs of the same sex. He does have a tendency to chase other animals, even if they are bigger than him. He will bark to announce visitors, and can make an effective watchdog.




Most of these things fit Jackson to a tee, besides the bossy and possessive stuff.


The Silky Terrier originates from Sydney, Australia, and is the result of crossing Australian Terriers with Yorkshire Terriers. They were developed as rat hunters and pets, and the breed was registered with the AKC in 1959.

Whatever he is... he's the best dog I've ever had He's my 1st dog that's solely mine but I had a lot of family dogs growing up, etc. I honestly can't even tell you how many times people ask "Is he a Silky?" when going in pet stores, or parks, etc. I always reply that he was sold to me as a Yorkie, but that sometimes I think he's Silky, lol. He's longer and has the Silky body type.

[Britster]

Oops, double post.

[BlueBelle]

Originally Posted by jencar98

I have read that too and think I'm currently fostering evidence of just this type of breeding. Two girls surrendered as "yorkies", a mom and her daughter. The mom looks and I'm sure is a silky, her daughter I believe has to be a yorkie/silky mix. The daughter has more of a yorkie body (slightly longer) and face but has the exact same coat as the Mom.

You probably are right but I have seen what I think are just 'throw backs' at a very reputable breeders. These are the puppies and the Mom & Dad are on site and the Dad is very well known champion. I think puppies are like a box of chocolates.

[MissSophie]

We had a meeting at our office last week, and a couple had two dogs in thier truck. When I asked about them the woman said one was a "Yorkie". So I was excited and asked if I could see him. When we were walking to the truck, she said he "is a pure bred, a Yorkie/Silky". Hmm. Well, he had a VERY short cut, nearly shaved. The couple lives in the Nebraska sand hills, and there are lots of burrs. They don't let the dog have long hair. So I could see the dog's structure. He had longer legs like a silky, and with the cut, seemed more like a silky than a Yorkie. I was stumped at the idea of being a pure bred.

[KiyoshiJoz]

i have both a silky and a yorkie..
both equally adorable

you're right on one thing
a silky's nose tends to be longer than a yorkie's
and the size of a silky tends to be bigger too
its harder to differentiate when its a pup
but when its almost full grown it is as different as can be..

oh.. and both loves to bite things that they shouldnt be bitting =p

[jencar98]

Originally Posted by Britster

Silky Terrier Information, Facts, Pictures, Training and Grooming

Silky:
Lively, spirited, and full of energy, the Silky Terrier is a confident and charming little dog with plenty of character. These are friendly and cheerful dogs, and are very adaptable and intelligent. Training the Silky Terrier shouldn't be too much of a problem, as they are quick to learn and responsive, making them ideal for inexperienced owners as well as the more experienced. These dogs may be small but they have plenty of courage and a curious streak. They are also very keen on digging, which is why a secure and safe area is necessary for him to play and exercise in when he is not on a leash. The Silky Terrier can sometimes be bossy, and needs an owner that will be assertive and firm yet positive. The Silky Terrier thrives on the attention and affection of his owner, and is not the right choice for those with little time for their pets.
Housebreaking the Silky Terrier may prove difficult, and owners should look out for his possessive streak when it comes to his belongings and food. You should socialize your Silky Terrier early on to promote a stable temperament and sociable personality, as some can grow to be suspicious. The Silky Terrier gets along well with children, but is best around older, gentle children as he doesn't take kindly to boisterous kids and being handled roughly. They will get along okay with other pets, but may be quarrelsome with dogs of the same sex. He does have a tendency to chase other animals, even if they are bigger than him. He will bark to announce visitors, and can make an effective watchdog.

Digging? Well, if I had any doubts these girls were a silky and silky/yorkie mix, I don't now. The silky Mom loooves to dig and her daughter does too, just not as much as Mom. The Mom has to be a full-bred silky!

I've had many foster dogs (yorkies mostly) here and none have ever even tried to dig until these two girls came along.

[capt_noonie]

Originally Posted by clueless

I adopted a "yorkie" from a local pound. It was called a Yorkie by my vet, but I don't think it is. I believe he's a silky. The real clincher? His hair does not grow. A yorkies coat will grow to the ground if you don't clip it, this little guy does not do any such thing. The best I can get is facial regrowth if I snip his muzzle. He also likes to bite when things don't go his way. So, I don't know really, but if you think his hair isnt' growing, then he might be a silky!

Callie

Silky hair does indeed grow long. It just isn't supposed to be all the way to the ground. That drawing is from the akc website.

"Coat
Straight, single, glossy, silky in texture. On matured specimens the coat falls below and follows the body outline. It should not approach floor length. On the top of the head, the hair is so profuse as to form a topknot, but long hair on the face and ears is objectionable. The hair is parted on the head and down over the back to the root of the tail. The tail is well coated but devoid of plume. Legs should have short hair from the pastern and hock joints to the feet. The feet should not be obscured by the leg furnishings."

[Mardelin]

Originally Posted by clueless

I adopted a "yorkie" from a local pound. It was called a Yorkie by my vet, but I don't think it is. I believe he's a silky. The real clincher? His hair does not grow. A yorkies coat will grow to the ground if you don't clip it, this little guy does not do any such thing. The best I can get is facial regrowth if I snip his muzzle. He also likes to bite when things don't go his way. So, I don't know really, but if you think his hair isnt' growing, then he might be a silky!

Callie

A yorkies coat will not always go to the gournd if you don't clip. There are those yorkies that have self leveling coats. Or those because of their lifestile their coats never make the ground. Huddersfield Ben, known as the father of all yorkies, never had a coat that reached the grown. And their are yorkies that are described as red legs, whose coats never reach the ground.