While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silky Cotons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Trainable
Vocal

Curious
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Obedient
Loyal
Social
Steady
Watchful
Fast

Silky Cotons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Silky Terrier and Coton de Tulear

Weimaraner, German Shepherd

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable

Black
Gray

Silky Cotons have medium-length coats.

Weimshepherds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wavy

Straight

A Silky Coton 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 Weimshepherd can have a litter of 6-8 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.

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

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Bloat
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests

Elbow
Hip And Eyes
Thyroid Tests

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

Weimshepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Silky Cotons 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.

Weimshepherds 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 Silky Coton, it's at least 8 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 Weimshepherd, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Cotons 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 Weimshepherds 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.

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

The Weimshepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Coton 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.

For an average 70-90 pound (32 - 41 kg) Weimshepherd 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.

The average cost of a Silky Coton is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Weimshepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Coton 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 Weimshepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

Weimshepherds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.