Australian Silky Terrier
Silky Terrier, Silkkiterrieri
The Australian Silky Terrier originated in the late 19th century in Australia, developed by crossing the Yorkshire Terrier with the Australian Terrier. Bred as a small, lively companion capable of vermin control, it became celebrated for its elegant, silky coat, spirited temperament, and affectionate, alert nature.
FCI Group
Terriers
AKC Group
Toy
TKC Group
Toy
Country of Origin
AU
Health Testing Requirements by Country
Test Relevances
Coat Colour Dilution, dilution, MLPH-related
No Evidence
Degenerative Myelopathy
No Evidence
Hair, Long
No Evidence
Primary Lens Luxation (PLL)
No Evidence
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA-prcd)
No Evidence
Progressive Retinal Atrophy rcd1 (PRA-rcd1)
No Evidence
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