Country of Origin: Australia.

Size: Height: 23 cm (9 inches); Weight: 8-11 pounds

Coat: Long, smooth, silky, and shiny. There is no undercoat. Steel-blue is the most prized color. The most common color is light to dark blue-grey with brown.

Character: This dog is upbeat, lively, intelligent, loyal, and surprisingly protective.

Temperament: Silky Terriers need to get used to cats when young to avoid chasing them later on. Normally they are very affectionate with children. They will bark when visitors arrive.

Care: Regular grooming (for 15 minutes a day) with a brush and comb is required. Occasional baths are acceptable. The teeth must be checked for tartar. This breed is not known for shedding.

Training: The intelligence of this breed makes training fairly easy.

Activity: The exercise needs of this dog are uncomplicated. It will adapt itself to the activity level of your family.

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