How to raise a Silky Terrier? Feeding methods and precautions

Although the Silky Terrier is small in stature, it eats more than other breeds of dog. It needs at least 180 grams of meat per day, and larger ones need about 250 grams. In addition to meat, it also needs an equal amount of dry vegetarian food or sugar-free or low-sugar biscuits. To make its coat softer and more glossy, 20-30 grams of vegetable oil can be added to its food every day.

It must get a considerable amount of exercise every day; it is best to take it outdoors for a walk at fixed times or let it run freely. Because moderate exercise can increase its appetite and strengthen its physique. If its food intake is normal but it lacks exercise, it will become overweight, move sluggishly, and lose its lively and cute appearance. It will also develop a lazy, exercise-averse habit and lose its healthy, beautiful posture.

Special attention must be paid to food and water hygiene. Fresh drinking water should be given every morning and evening, and tableware such as food bowls should be cleaned every day. Leftover food should not be kept for the next meal; it should be thrown away promptly, especially in summer.

Fine, soft, and smooth coat quality is the reason the Silky Terrier is valued, so its long hair should be kept neat and glossy. Its coat should be brushed every day. If stains are found, wipe them clean gently with a damp towel. Before wiping and brushing, some lubricating powder can be sprinkled on to help make its long hair more loose, neat, soft, and glossy.

In addition to needing a bath once a month in summer, a bath once every 3 months is enough in other seasons. After bathing, immediately dry the hair with a hair dryer.

The hair on the Silky Terrier's ears must not be allowed to grow too long, otherwise it will affect the Silky Terrier's overall appearance, so it should be trimmed once every so often.

The hair around the toes on this dog's feet should also be trimmed and combed once every so often.