Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Opinionated
Charming

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive

United States

United States

Pekingese, Havanese

Shetland Sheepdog and Silky Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Blue
Cream

Black
Gray
Silver
Cream
White
Brown
Red
Fawn

A Havapeke can have a litter of 1-9 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 Silkytie 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.

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

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

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

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

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Shunts

Cataracts
Allergies
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests

Havapekes are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havapeke, it's at least 9 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 Silkytie, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havapekes usually need at least 45 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 Silkyties 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.

Havapekes require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Ideally, Havapeke should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Silkytie 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Havapeke is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Silkytie is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havapeke is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 Silkytie 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.

Havapekes have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The Silkytie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Havapekes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Havapekes are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Havapekes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Silkyties are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Havapekes are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Silkyties are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Havapekes have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Silkyties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Havapeke is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

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