Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Dominant
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Calm
Reserved
Suspicious

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Presa Canario, Great Dane

Silky Terrier, Japanese Chin

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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®

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brindle
Cream
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Presa Danes have short coats.

Silkins have medium-length coats.

A Presa Dane can have a litter of 10-15 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.

Presa Danes 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.

Presa Danes 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 Silkin breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Bone Cancer

Ear Infections
Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Diabetes

None Known

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

Blood Analysis
Full Physical Eexamination by the Veterinarian to test the range of movement in the joint areas
Cardiac Test

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

Presa Dane 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.

Presa Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Presa Dane, it's at least 9 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 Presa Danes 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 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 Presa Dane has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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.

Presa Dane 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, Silkin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-150 pound (45 - 68 kg) Presa Dane feed 3 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 Presa Dane is somewhere $3.50 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Presa Dane is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Presa Danes 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.

Presa Danes are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Silkins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Presa Danes are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Presa Danes 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.

Presa Danes 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.

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

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