Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive

United States

United States

Japanese Chin and West Highland White Terrier

Shetland Sheepdog and Silky Terrier

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Gray
Silver
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Fawn

Jalands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silkyties are known for their coat length.

A Jaland can have a litter of 2-5 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 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.

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

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

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

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

Seborrhea
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Atopy Dermatitis

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

Cardiac
Hearing
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

Jaland has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jaland, it's at least 7 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 Silkytie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jalands 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.

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.

Jalands require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Jaland should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Silkytie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Jaland is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Silkytie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jaland 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.

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.

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.

Jalands have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Jalands are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Jalands are highly friendly around strangers.

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