Affectionate
Lively
Friendly

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Pom-Silks aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Netherlands

United States

Poodle, Brussels Griffon, Border Terrier and German Schnauzer

Silky Terrier and Pomeranian

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Cream

Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
Blue
White
Black

Dutch Smoushonds have medium-length coats.

Pom-Silks are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

A Dutch Smoushond can have a litter of 12-15 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 Pom-Silk 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.

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

Pom-Silks are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Dutch Smoushonds are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Heart Diseases and Disorders

Arthritis

Allergies
Eye Infections
Skin Infections

OFA
Yearly Eye Exam
Yearly Physical Examination

Liver Ultrasound
Electrocardiogram
Full Physical Examination
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
Biochemical Profile Tests
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Blood Glucose Level Testing

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

Pom-Silk has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Walking, Car rides, Tug-of-war

Dog Parks, Walk, Play, Nap, Playdate

Dutch Smoushonds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Pom-Silks 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 Dutch Smoushond, it's at least 12 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 Pom-Silk, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dutch Smoushonds 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 Pom-Silks 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.

The Dutch Smoushond has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pom-Silks 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.

Dutch Smoushond 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

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

Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder

The average cost of a Dutch Smoushond is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Pom-Silk is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Dutch Smoushond 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 Pom-Silk is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

Dutch Smoushonds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pom-Silk is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Pom-Silks make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Pom-Silks have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pom-Silks are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Pom-Silks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Dutch Smoushonds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Pom-Silks are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Pom-Silks are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.