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

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

Playful
Independent
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Tempered
Sweet

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

Crusties shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Pom-Silks are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Crusties 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.

Yorkshire Terrier and Chinese Crested

Silky Terrier and Pomeranian

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
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brown
Black

Red
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle
Blue
White
Black

Crusties have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Pom-Silks are known for their coat length.

A Crustie 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.

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.

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

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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Collapsed Trachea

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

None

Allergies
Eye Infections
Skin Infections

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound

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

Crusties need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Pom-Silks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Crusties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Pom-Silk dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Crusties 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 Crustie, it's at least 8 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 Crusties 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder

The average cost of a Crustie is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Crustie 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 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.

Crusties 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.

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.

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

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

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

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