Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Patient
Gentle
Kind
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Trustworthy

Playful
Stubborn
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Clever

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

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

Golden Pyreneess make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Silkshunds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever

Dachshund and Silky Terrier

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

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

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
Gray
White

Black
Brown
Blue
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Red
Isabella

Golden Pyreneess are known for their coat length.

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

A Golden Pyrenees can have a litter of 5-10 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 Silkshund can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

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

Golden Pyreneess 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 Silkshund breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Acanthosis Nigricans
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Congenital Eye Defects

Patellar Luxation
Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Pannus
Color Dilution Alopecia
Histiocytosis
Corneal Dystrophy
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Follicular Dysplasia
Cleft Lip or Palate
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Ophthalmic Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Golden Pyreneess are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Silkshunds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Golden Pyrenees has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Golden Pyreneess require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Silkshunds require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Golden Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

The Golden Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Silkshunds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Hiking, Running, Walking, Mild hiking

Fetch, Running, Hide and seek

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Pyrenees, 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 Silkshund, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Pyreneess usually need at least 120 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 Silkshunds 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.

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

Silkshund 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-115 pound (36 - 52 kg) Golden Pyrenees feed 4 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 10-25 pound (5 - 11 kg) Silkshund 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.

The average cost of a Golden Pyrenees is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Golden Pyrenees is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Silkshund 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.

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

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

Golden Pyreneess make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silkshunds have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Silkshunds are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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