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Breed Standards for
the Silky Terrier |
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General Appearance: |
A
miniature version of a working terrier, and as such retains
the essential features of a vermin hunter. It is somewhat
longer than tall, and though of refined bone, it should
nonetheless have sufficient strength and substance to
suggest that it could kill small rodents. |
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Head: |
Small, almond-shaped eyes; Flat skull with shallow stop;
Small, V-shaped, erect ears |
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Tail: |
Docked tail carried high |
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Color: |
Blue
and tan |
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Size: |
Weight: 8-11 lb; Height: 9-10” |
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Coat: |
The
straight, single coat is silky and glossy, following the
body outline rather than falling to the floor. |
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Gait: |
The
gait is free and light-footed |
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Temperament: |
It
is bold, feisty, inquisitive, and playful, ever ready for
action. |
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