Silky Terrier vs King Charles Spaniel

Compare the Silky Terrier to the King Charles Spaniel. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Silky Terriers and King Charles Spaniels.

Silky Terrier vs King Charles Spaniel
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
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General Details
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
9-10 Inches
10-11 Inches
Weight
8-11 Pounds
8-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Origin Country
Australia
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1900 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Energy Level
Low to Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
12 MPH
14 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
None to Low
Medium
Dander
None to Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Collapsed trachea
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Mitral valve disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Open fontanel
Umbilical hernias
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Cleft palate
Retinal dysplasia
Seborrheic dermatitis
Fused toes
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Silky Terrier
King Charles Spaniel
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Grey
Grey
Silver
Silver
Tan
Tan
White
White
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