Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Easygoing

Stubborn
Aloof
Independent
Clownish
Protective
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
Quiet
Detached

Silky Cockers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Maltese and American Cocker Spaniel

Chow Chow and American Pit Bull 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®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Brown

Fawn
Blue
Brown
Black
Gray

Silky Cockers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Chowpits have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Silky Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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.

A Chowpit 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.

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

Chowpits have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Corneal Erosion
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Dental Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Entropion
Cataracts

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Eye examination
Blood Tests

X-Rays
Blood Count
Ophthalmologic Examination
Blood Chemistry

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

Chowpit has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Chowpits 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 Silky Cocker, it's at least 7 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 Chowpit, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Cockers 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 Chowpits usually need at least 75 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, Silky Cocker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Chowpit 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Silky Cocker 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.

For an average 40-70 pound (18 - 32 kg) Chowpit feed 3 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 Silky Cocker is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Chowpit is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Cocker 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 Chowpit is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

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

Chowpits have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Chowpits are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Chowpits have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Chowpits are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Silky Cockers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Chowpits are not dog-friendly.

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

Chowpits are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

Chowpits are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.