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

Playful
Stubborn
Clownish
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Patient
Loyal
Lively
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Keen
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

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

American French Bull Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

American French Bull Terriers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Dachshund and Silky Terrier

American Pit Bull Terrier, French Bulldog

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid 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.

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.

An American French Bull Terrier 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.

Acanthosis Nigricans
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease

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

Cataracts

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

Eye
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

American French Bull Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Silkshunds require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

American French Bull Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

American French Bull Terrier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

The Silkshund requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The American French Bull Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

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

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

American French Bull Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

American French Bull Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

American French Bull Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.