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Originally Posted by Britster  I prefer Silky's from what I've read/seen. They're not very common. In fact, I think they're one of the best kept secrets of the toy dog world. Even though Jackson is more than likely just a badly bred Yorkie, he acts more like a Silky and looks more like one from all descriptions, temperament, etc. I actually prefer the bit more of independence, a little bit more sturdiness, activeness, etc. It's just all personal preference.
"The goal was to improve the coat color of the blue-and-tan-colored Australian Terriers. The Australian Terrier and the Silky Terrier were the same breed for many years until they were eventually recognized as two different types and separated into two different breeds. During World War II, American servicemen brought some of these Silky Terriers home with them." |
I think Miles is actually 1/2 silky and the breeder or rescue person was telling a fib about him. He is 11 lbs. and had that very long silky body. He can be stubborn at times. But it's really hard to tell as both breeds are so similar in appearance. I know they sometimes like to breed a larger silky mama with a Yorkie daddy cuz the large mama can carry more babies than a Yorkie mama. Then the breeder will tell the potential adopter that the puppies are pure Yorkie. These breeders can be so shady one must really be careful to select a very reputable one.
Doesn't matter to me, Miles is a beautiful boy whatever he is.