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

Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Cheerful

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

Jack Highland Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Maltese and American Cocker Spaniel

West Highland White Terrier, Jack Russell 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.

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Red
Cream
Brown

White
Black

Silky Cockers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Jack Highland Terriers 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 Jack Highland Terrier 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.

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

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

Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Skin Problems
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Obesity

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

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

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Lens Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Ichthyosis
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Leukodystrophies
Myasthenia Gravis
Atrophy
Chronic Hepatitis
Epidermodysplasia
Mellitus
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

X-Rays
Dental Examination
Physical Examination
Eye examination
Blood Tests

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Other Radiographic Imaging
Variety of Blood Testing Modules
Dental Examinations

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

Jack Highland Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Walk, Playing

Walking, Napping, Running, Fetch, Long walks

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 Jack Highland Terriers usually need at least 80 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.

Jack Highland Terrier 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

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

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

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

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

Jack Highland Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

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

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

Jack Highland Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.