Unfortunately, the Berger Picard 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 Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Assertive
Intelligent
Mellow
Energetic
Lively
Stubborn

Alert
Inquisitive
Quick
Intelligent
Friendly
Joyful
Responsive

Berger Picards are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Berger Picards make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Silky Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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1800s

Herding

Toy (AKC:1959)
Terriers (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Gray

Brindle
Sable
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Gray
Black

Berger Picards have medium-length coats.

Silky Terriers are known for their coat length.

Wavy

Straight

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

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

Berger Picards are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Spongiform Leukodystrophy

Collie Eye Anomaly

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Eye Disease
Diabetes

Eye
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skeletal
X-Rays

Berger Picards thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Silky Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Berger Picard has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Berger Picards need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Silky Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Berger Picards are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Berger Picard dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Silky Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Berger Picards 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.

Silky Terriers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Berger Picard, 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 Terrier, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Berger Picards usually need at least 45 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 Terriers usually need at least 90 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 Berger Picard requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Silky Terriers 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.

In general Berger Picard should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 51-71 pound (23 - 32 kg) Berger Picard feed 2.5 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) Silky Terrier 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.

The average cost of a Berger Picard is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Berger Picard is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 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.

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

Silky Terrier 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.

Berger Picards can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Berger Picards make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Berger Picards are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Silky Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Berger Picards are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Berger Picards are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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

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