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Name	Silky Terrier	Tibetan Spaniel	Papillon
Origins	Australia	Tibet	Spain France Belgium
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky	Simkhyi Tibbie	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Which is the smallest dog, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Tibetan Spaniel? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon weight comparison:	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)	9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)	12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon height comparison:	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9.5 inches (24 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon intelligence:	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon trainability comparison.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive	Aloof Independent Happy Intelligent Assertive Willful	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Tibetan Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon?	High: Silky Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon social needs comparison:	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Silky Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon playfulness comparison:	The Silky Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Tibetan Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon?	Average: The Silky Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Very house-friendly dog the Silky Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Silky Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Silky Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Tibetan Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Silky Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon mouthiness comparison:	Silky Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon?	The Silky Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon lifespan comparison. How long do Silky Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel and Papillon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniel: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon energy level comparison:	Silky Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs exercise need is minimal.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Silky Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon coat comparison:	Silky Straight Glossy	Silky	Feathered
Colors What are the original Silky Terrier, Tibetan Spaniel and Papillon color?	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Gold	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon?	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Which dog is more friendly?	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon?	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon?	Yes Silky Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Silky Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Silky Terrier or Tibetan Spaniel or Papillon? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon?	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Silky Terrier and Tibetan Spaniel and Papillon have?	3-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Silky Terrier vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Papillon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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