Australian Silky Terrier Puppies

The Australian Silky Terrier was developed in Australia and named for its luxurious coat. The breed journeyed to the United States after World War II with American servicemen who were stationed in Australia.

This breeds coat is long, straight and silky. The coat comes in shades of blue and tan. Daily grooming is needed to prevent mats and tangles.

This dog is energetic and does well in homes with older children. The breed does well with other pets if raised around them.

The Australian Silky Terrier makes for a good watch dog and will bark when strangers approach.

This is a good choice for apartment dwellers that are willing to take the dog on daily walks.

Training the Australian Silky Terrier in obedience is easy but the breed can be hard to house train.

Australian Silky Terrier Summary:

Average Height: 9 – 10 inches

Average Weight: 8 – 11 lbs.

Average Life Span: 12 – 15 years

It’s especially important to find your Australian Silky Terrier puppies through a reputable breeder.

Breed-related health concerns include: tracheal collapse, intervertebral disk disease,elbow dysplasia, patellar luxation, legg-calves-perthes disease, and epilepsy.