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

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Silky Terrier and Coton de Tulear

Coton de Tulear, Yorkshire Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable

White
Gray
Red
Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

Silky Cotons have medium-length coats.

Yorkie-tons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

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

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

While the Silky Coton breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Yorkie-tons typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Portacaval Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes

Patellar Luxation
Allergies

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests

Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Endoscopy

Silky Coton has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Yorkie-ton has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Yorkie-tons sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Yorkie-tons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Yorkie-ton dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Yorkie-ton, it's at least 6 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 Yorkie-tons usually need at least 30 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 Coton 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, Yorkie-ton should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Yorkie-ton is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Yorkie-ton 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.

Silky Coton is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Yorkie-tons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Yorkie-tons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Silky Cotons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Yorkie-tons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.