Alert
Dignified
Intelligent
Determined
Friendly
Loyal

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Maremma Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Silkins are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Maremma Sheepdogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Silkins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

Silky Terrier, Japanese Chin

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

White

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Maremma Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Silkins have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Straight

A Maremma Sheepdog can have a litter of 11-13 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 Silkin 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.

Maremma Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes

Bloat

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Heart Murmur
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Physical Examination
Blood Count
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Maremma Sheepdog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Silkins require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Maremma Sheepdogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

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

Silkins are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Maremma Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Silkin, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Maremma Sheepdogs 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 Silkins 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.

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

Silkins 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Maremma Sheepdog feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkin feed 1.5 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 cost of a Maremma Sheepdog is somewhere $3.50 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Silkin is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Maremma Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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 Silkin 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.

Maremma Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Silkins have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Maremma Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

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

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

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

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