Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Mal Shi Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
- Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier: Overview
- Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier
- Lifespan of Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier
- Price of Mal Shi versus Price of Silky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier
- Do Mal Shis shed more than Silky Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier?
- Does the Mal Shi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
- Do Mal Shis Bark and Howl? What about Silky Terriers?
- Can Mal Shis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Mal Shi vs. Silky Terrier
- Can Mal Shis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier?
- Are Mal Shis good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Mal Shis and Silky Terriers?
- Is the Mal Shi Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mal Shi
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Mal Shi Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Mal Shi and for the Silky Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier.
Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier: Overview
Both the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier are similar in size. The Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Mal Shi belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
On the other hand, the Silky Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Mal Shi to the Silky Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier
| Factor | Mal Shi | Silky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 6 to 12 pounds | 8 to 10 pounds |
| Height | From 10 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1730 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1300 – $2000 | $1425 – $2075 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Mal Shi in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Silky Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Mal Shi is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Silky Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Silky Terrier is not better or worse than the Mal Shi. So, you can get the Silky Terrier or the Mal Shi!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier
The Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier.
Mal Shis weigh 6 to 12 pounds when fully grown. Mal Shis are From 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Silky Terriers weigh 8 to 10 pounds when fully grown. Silky Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier
The lifespan of Mal Shis is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Mal Shis is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Silky Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Silky Terriers is 13.5 years.
Silky Terriers live longer than Mal Shis.
Price of Mal Shi versus Price of Silky Terrier
The average price of the Mal Shi puppy is $1730. The price of the Mal Shi typically ranges from $1300 – $2000. However, the price of a Mal Shi can be as low as $700 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 216 Mal Shi puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Silky Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Silky Terrier typically ranges from $1425 – $2075. However, the price of the Silky Terrier can be as low as $350 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 42 Silky Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Silky Terrier is more expensive than the Mal Shi.
| Mal Shi | Silky Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1730 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1300 to $2000 | $1425 to $2075 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Mal Shi and Silky Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Mal Shi puppies or how many Silky Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Mal Shis. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Silky Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Mal Shi puppy or the Silky Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier
Mal Shis can be left alone only for a short time.
Silky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Mal Shis shed more than Silky Terriers?
Mal Shis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Silky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier
Mal Shis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Silky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier?
Mal Shis require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Silky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Mal Shi Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
Mal Shis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Silky Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Mal Shis Bark and Howl? What about Silky Terriers?
Mal Shis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Silky Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Mal Shis Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Mal Shis cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Silky Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Mal Shi vs. Silky Terrier
Mal Shis do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Silky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Mal Shis Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Mal Shis cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Silky Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier?
Mal Shis get along fairly well with other dogs.
Silky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Mal Shis good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
Mal Shis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Silky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Mal Shis and Silky Terriers?
Mal Shis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Silky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Mal Shi Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
Mal Shis are very easy to train.
Silky Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Mal Shi Better for Apartment Owners than the Silky Terrier?
Mal Shis adapt very well to apartment living.
Silky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Mal Shi or the Silky Terrier?
Mal Shis are very good for new dog owners.
Silky Terriers are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Mal Shi
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Mal Shi that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Mal Shi:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Silky Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Silky Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Mal Shi and how the Silky Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Mal Shi and of the Silky Terrier to other breeds:
Mal Shi Versus Other Dog Breeds
Mal Shi versus Welsh Terrier Mal Shi versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Mal Shi versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Mal Shi versus Redbone Coonhound Mal Shi versus Boxerdoodle Mal Shi versus Greyhound Mal Shi versus English Setter Mal Shi versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Mal Shi versus German Shorthaired Pointer Mal Shi versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Mal Shi versus Miniature Pinscher Mal Shi versus Papillon Mal Shi versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Mal Shi versus Brittany Mal Shi versus Bloodhound Mal Shi versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Mal Shi versus Finnish Lapphund Mal Shi versus Puggle Mal Shi versus Bouvier des Flandres Mal Shi versus Spinone Italiano Mal Shi versus American Foxhound Mal Shi versus Shiranian Mal Shi versus Valley Bulldog Mal Shi versus Irish Terrier Mal Shi versus Valley Bulldog
Silky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Silky Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Silky Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher Silky Terrier versus German Shepherd Dog Silky Terrier versus Havanese Silky Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund Silky Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog Silky Terrier versus Akita Silky Terrier versus Portuguese Pointer Silky Terrier versus Basenji Silky Terrier versus American Water Spaniel Silky Terrier versus American Pit Bull Terrier Silky Terrier versus Pomsky Silky Terrier versus Irish Wolfhound Silky Terrier versus Boerboel Silky Terrier versus Norfolk Terrier Silky Terrier versus Belgian Malinois Silky Terrier versus Shichon Silky Terrier versus Basenji Silky Terrier versus Welsh Terrier Silky Terrier versus Belgian Tervuren Silky Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel Silky Terrier versus Yorkshire Terrier Silky Terrier versus Brussels Griffon Silky Terrier versus Pug Silky Terrier versus Toy Fox Terrier
Conclusion: Mal Shi versus Silky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Mal Shi and the Silky Terrier better suits you and your family.