Unfortunately, the Afollie 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 Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social

Alert
Inquisitive
Quick
Intelligent
Friendly
Joyful
Responsive

Afollies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Asia

Australia

Afghan Hound, Collie

Terriers

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Sable
Red
Fawn

Brindle
Sable
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Gray
Black

Afollies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silky Terriers are known for their coat length.

An Afollie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

A Silky Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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.

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

Silky Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Spongiform Leukodystrophy

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Bloat
Cerebellar Abiotrophy

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Eye Disease
Diabetes

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
CT or MRI scan
Blood Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skeletal
X-Rays

Afollies require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Silky Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

Afollie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Silky Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Afollies 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 Terriers 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 Afollie, it's at least 10 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 Terrier, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Afollies 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.

In general most Silky Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Silky Terriers 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.

Afollie 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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-65 pound (23 - 29 kg) Afollie 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.

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Terrier 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.

The average cost of an Afollie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Afollie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Terrier 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.

Afollies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Silky Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

Afollies make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silky Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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