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

Independent
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed

United States

United States

Shih Tzu and Silky Terrier

Westie, Giant Schnauzer

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
White
Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn

White
Black
Silver
Gray

Silky Tzus are known for their coat length.

Giant Wauzers have medium-length coats.

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 Giant Wauzer can have a litter of 5-8 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.

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

The Giant Wauzer breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
CMO
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Cobalamin Malabsorption
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Urolithiasis
Tracheal Collapse

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Copper Toxicosis
Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

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

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Hip and Knee

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

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

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

Giant Wauzers 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.

Giant Wauzers 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 Giant Wauzer, it's at least 11 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 Giant Wauzers 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.

Giant Wauzers 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.

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

Giant Wauzer 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
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-13 pound (4 - 6 kg) Silky Tzu 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.

For an average 20-75 pound (9 - 34 kg) Giant Wauzer 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.

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

The average cost of a Giant Wauzer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Giant Wauzer 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.

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

Giant Wauzers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Giant Wauzers 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.

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

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

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