While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silky Tzus are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Chidale is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive

Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced

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

Chidales are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shih Tzu and Silky Terrier

Chihuahua, Airedale Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
White
Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn

Black
Blue
Cream
Fawn
White
Red

Silky Tzus are known for their coat length.

Chidales have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Wiry

A Silky Tzu can have a litter of 3-5 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 Chidale can have a litter of 7-9 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.

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

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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Hip Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Urolithiasis
Tracheal Collapse

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hypoglycemia
Hydrocephalus

Eye
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Hip X-Rays
Blood Tests
Heart Testing
Knee X-Rays

Silky Tzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Silky Tzus are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Silky Tzu dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Chidales 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Tzu, it's at least 4 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 Chidale, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Tzus usually need at least 40 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 Chidales 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.

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

The Chidale requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Chidale 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

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

The average per month expenses of a Silky Tzu 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 Chidale 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.

Silky Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Chidale is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Silky Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

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

Silky Tzus have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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