Unfortunately, the Toy Pom Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silky Cotons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Spirited
Extroverted

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Lively
Joyful
Inquisitive
Trainable
Vocal

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

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

Pomeranian and Toy Fox Terrier

Silky Terrier and Coton de Tulear

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

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

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable

Toy Pom Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silky Cotons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Toy Pom Terrier can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A Silky Coton can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Toy Pom Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Patellar Luxation
Early Tooth Loss
Demodactic Mange

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Skin Allergies

Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes

Knee
Eye Examinations
Allergy Testing

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Tests

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

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

Toy Pom Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Silky Cotons 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 Toy Pom Terrier, it's at least 5 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 Silky Coton, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Toy Pom Terriers usually need at least 30 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 Silky Cotons 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.

The Toy Pom Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Silky Cotons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Toy Pom Terrier is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Silky Coton is somewhere $0.70 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Pom Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Silky Coton 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.

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

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

Toy Pom Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Silky Cotons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Toy Pom Terriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Silky Cotons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Toy Pom Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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