Find out all about Australian Silky Terriers and their common health conditions, and then compare pet insurance options from some of Australia’s leading insurers.
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$1,000–$3,500
23cm - 25cm
4kg - 5.5kg
Alert, friendly, inquisitive
Medium to long, hypoallergenic
Low to moderate
Yes
12 -15 years
The Australian Silky Terrier, often affectionately referred to as the ‘Silky,’ is a delightful toy breed that combines elegance with a lively and inquisitive personality. Originating from Australia, but closely related to England's Yorkshire Terrier, Silky Terriers are known for their striking appearance, characterised by a beautiful silky coat that can drape gracefully over their compact bodies. They make excellent companions for individuals, the elderly, the disabled, and families with young children.
Despite their small stature, Silky Terriers possess boundless energy and an insatiable curiosity about the world around them. However, the rodent-chasing instinct is being progressively bred out of them. They are always ready for adventure and playtime, making them excellent pets for active households. The Silky Terrier's magnificent coat requires regular brushing to prevent matting and tangling.
Silkies do need a lot of coat maintenance and brushing to keep their magnificent coats tangle free. They can be clipped to have short hair to avoid coat entanglement issues if they regularly play on grass. They also benefit from regular bathing. Their independent streak can make them prone to stubbornness, so positive reinforcement training methods work best.
Most Australians can expect to pay between $20 and $60 a month for pet insurance. There are many factors that can influence the cost of pet insurance for your Australian Silky Terrier, including the following:
This is the most basic type of pet insurance, covering costs for accidental injuries such as car accidents, poisoning, burns, fractures, snake and spider bites, but not illnesses and other conditions.
This type of insurance provides cover for accidental injuries as well as illnesses like cancer, gastrointestinal problems and eye, ear and skin conditions, but not routine care for your pet.
This offers the highest level of protection, covering accident and illness and potentially routine care such as vaccinations, dental care, worm and flea treatments and microchipping.
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