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

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

Active
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Assertive

Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Loyal
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing

Cairn Terrier, Silky Terrier

Maltese, Japanese Chin

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

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®

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Blue
White
Silver
Brindle

White
Pied
Black

Silky Cairns have medium-length coats.

Jateses are known for their coat length.

A Silky Cairn can have a litter of 2-10 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 Jatese 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.

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

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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hemophilia
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency
Atopy

Entropion
Ectropion
Portacaval Shunt
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Mitral Valve Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
BAER Testing
Radiographs

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

Jateses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Road trip, Dog Parks, Hikes

Cuddle, Fetch, Sleep

Silky Cairns 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.

Jateses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Jatese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Cairn, it's at least 10 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 Jatese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Cairns 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 Jateses 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.

Silky Cairns 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.

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

Silky Cairn 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, Jatese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Cairn 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 6-10 pound (3 - 5 kg) Jatese feed 0.5 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 per month expenses of a Silky Cairn 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 Jatese 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 Silky Cairn is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Jateses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

Silky Cairns are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Silky Cairns are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Jateses are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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