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

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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Reserved

Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Obedient
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Spirited

English Toy Chin Spaniels are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Silkzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Japanese Chin, English Toy Spaniel

Silky Terrier and Miniature Schnauzer

Brown

Brown

Black
White
Red

Black
Gray
Silver
Brown
White
Fawn

English Toy Chin Spaniels are known for their coat length.

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

Straight

Wiry

An English Toy Chin Spaniel can have a litter of 3-5 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 Silkzer can have a litter of 3-6 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.

English Toy Chin Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Mitral Valve Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Hip Dysplasia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts

Cataracts
Atopy

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Serum Chemistry
Complete Blood Count
Optical Examination
Endocardiogram
Cardiac Ultrasound

Eye Examination
Radiography

English Toy Chin Spaniel has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

Silkzers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Silkzers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Toy Chin Spaniel, it's at least 4 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 Silkzer, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Toy Chin Spaniels usually need at least 40 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 Silkzers usually need at least 15 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The English Toy Chin Spaniel requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Silkzers 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Chin Spaniel 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.

The average per month expenses of a Silkzer 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.

English Toy Chin Spaniels have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

English Toy Chin Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Silkzers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

English Toy Chin Spaniels are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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