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

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.

Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Fearless
Good-natured

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

Skye Terrier and Papillon

Shih Tzu and Silky Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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®

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Red
Brown

Red
White
Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn

Straight

Wavy

A Skye-Pap 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.

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.

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

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Mitral Valve Disease
Hepatitis
Occipital Dysplasia

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Atopic Dermatitis
Follicular Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Urolithiasis
Tracheal Collapse

Blood Test
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

Skye-Paps have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Skye-Paps are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Skye-Pap, it's at least 6 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 Silky Tzu, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Skye-Paps usually need at least 50 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 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.

The Skye-Pap requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Skye-Pap is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Skye-Pap 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.

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.

Skye-Paps have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

Skye-Paps are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Silky Tzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Skye-Paps are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Skye-Paps are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Silky Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Skye-Paps are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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