Care
The Silky Terrier's coat is highly susceptible to tangles and matting and requires daily brushing and combing. This breed requires a deep commitment from the owners. To keep the coat lustrous, regular shampooing is necessary. Using an Avocado and Oatmeal Shampoo will help alleviate the itchy, dry skin of this breed.
This particular breed should be taken to a groomer every three weeks and its teeth brushed while there. Terriers are known to have teeth and gum problems. Care should also be taken with grooming near the neck area and a harness leash should be used to protect the Silky Terrier from tracheal collapse.
Silky Terriers like to play with balls. It is better to buy a plastic ball instead of a cotton ball as they tend to bite and chew the cotton out. It is recommended to play catch with it at least once a day. Also, if there are certain boundaries that you do not wish for it to enter, you have to let it know strictly, either by pointing a stern finger at it or scolding it with a slightly harsh but not loud tone.
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