Silky Poo
The Silky Poo or Poolky, as often called, is a small cross between the Australian Silky Terrier and Poodle. Elegant, loving, and smart are the words Silky Poo enthusiasts use to describe the breed. It comes with a well-proportioned body, dark, almond-shaped eyes, medium-sized ears that fold towards its head, and a high-set tail.
Silky Poo Pictures
Quick Information
Other Names | Silkypoo, Silkydoodle Terrier, Silky Poo Terrier, Silky-poo |
Coat | Long/short, dense, curly, silky |
Color | Black, brown, gray, silver, cream, blue, white, apricot |
Breed Type | Crossbreed |
Lifespan | About 15 years |
Weight | 8-20 lbs |
Size | Small |
Height | 9-15 inches |
Shedding | Minimal |
Size of Litter | Around 6 puppies |
Temperament | Sweet, playful, intelligent, energetic |
Hypoallergenic | Yes |
Good with Children | Yes |
Barking | Frequent |
Competitive Registration/ Qualification Information | ACHC, DRA, DBR, DDKC, IDCR |
Video: Silky Poo Puppy Training
Temperament and Behavior
Being devoted and friendly, the Silky Poo loves its people, following them from one room to another, or joining them in their daily family life to please. It does not like being left alone in the house showing signs of nervousness under such circumstances.
Despite its graceful appearance, the Poolky can be mischievous, goofy, and is always ready to play. Because of its terrier ancestry, it may chase small animals and sound an alarm if a stranger enters its territory.
It gets along well with babies, making a good playing companion for toddlers provided the children know how to approach and handle a dog.
Care
Exercise
Silky Poos are active dogs that need moderate exercise along with mental stimulation. They enjoy romping in the yard, walking with their owner, or going to the dog park. They will be more than happy to take their workout indoors with an enthralling game of fetch.
Grooming
When it comes to grooming, the Silkypoos require a thorough combing and brushing twice or thrice a week, along with an occasional bath to remove mat and keep their coat free from tangles. You can brush their teeth regularly and trim their nails once a month.
Health Problems
Silkydoodles are a healthy breed, but some individuals may be prone to Legg-Perthes disease, epilepsy, patellar luxation, diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, and progressive retinal atrophy.
Training
Socialization: Taking your Silky Poo out and walking it on a leash around a public place will help it in growing comfortable with people and other dogs. If it barks or becomes unruly, do not yell or pull back on its leash. Make sure that you maintain calm-assertive energy. You can distract your dog with a light tug of its leash sideways, touch, or a unique sound you have used while training it.
Dealing its chasing instincts: Silky Poos often chase cats, squirrels, or other rodents for fun. The desire to chase small moving objects can come from a lot of reasons including boredom and lack of exercise. If your Silky Poo has high prey drive, let your dog play with balls, Frisbees, and Kong toys in the yard so that it can efficiently expend its energy. Enrolling your pet in training facilities offering classes on obedience, tracking, and agility is also an energy-releasing alternative.
Feeding
Provide your Poolky with about three-fourth to one-and-a-half cups of dry food on a daily basis.
Where can I buy a silky pool dog
looking for a silky poo puppy female hopefully
I am looking for a brother and sister pair of silky poo’s. One black and tan and one all black. Preferably the male black and tan and the female all black. I would like them to be on the larger size, so bred to miniature poodle not the toy poodle. I would like the male to be around 17lb full grown. Thank you.
Scott
I’m looking for a toy/mini female silkypoo. preferably black or black/brown, puppy or young dog. Any breeders in the area or pups for sale?
Looking for a female silkypoo puppy
I am 55 year olds and have never been able to be around pets because of really bad allergies and asthma until now. I say now because, my sister has a silky poo and when I went to visit her I had to no allergy issues or asthma issues. The place I am renting never allowed pets until now. So now, I am looking for male silky poo hopefully a puppy. Is there anyone out there that would like to make a wish come true.
Hi, I have a silkypoo and I am currently searching for his companion highly interested in a female silkypoo. Can you please provide me with prices.
Thank you,
I am looking for a female Silkypoo or Poolky. Please contact me at vidmem@gmail.com.
I’m also looking for a female silkypoo. I’d prefer a puppy but any age would be fine. I love the breed.
I have a Silky but would like to have a companion for him. We are retired have fenced in yard and walk our pup several times a day. We would be interested in an older dog as well. Had no idea these breeds were being crossbred…great idea
Looking for. Silky poo female puppy.
I have a absolutely gorgeous female white silky poo in Maroubra sydney. A farm rescue 4&1/2 year old. A highly sensitive little girl if not given 100% attention, yet ohh so very happy,so adorably irresistible in her personality.she wants lots of tender love cuddles bed & lap. Best suit a dotting right family. A very Stable calm home.
Hi I’m looking for a female so can you let me know what you have and price please 0422844175 if you could msg me
I want a silky poo.