Unfortunately, the Labmaraner is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silkchons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Intelligent
Active
Friendly
Stubborn
Affectionate
Social
Energetic

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Labmaraners shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Silkchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Labmaraners are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Silkchons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Labrador Retriever and Weimaraner

Bichon Frise, Silky Terrier

Not recognized by any clubs.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Blue
Amber

Brown

Brown

Black

Gray
Brown
Silver
Black

Fawn
White
Silver
Cream

Labmaraners have short coats.

Silkchons are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wavy

A Labmaraner can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Silkchon can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Labmaraners have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Silkchons are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Labmaraners typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Silkchon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Bloat
Heart Conditions
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Patellar Luxation
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Tracheal Collapse
Diabetes
Cushing's Disease
Hyperadrenocorticism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Ear Infections
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Joint conditions

Allergies

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Ophthalmic Examination
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Chest X-rays
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints
Biochemistry Panel Tests
Clinical Exam
Eye and Ear Examination

Labmaraners need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Silkchons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Labmaraners sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Silkchons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Swim, Jog, Boat ride, Walk, Car ride, Hiking, Hike, High Five, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Speak, Eating Snacks, Chase, Running, Swimming, Walking, Running aroundd, Shake, Off-leash, Lounging, Playing fetch, Road walk

Playing, Walking, Go to Park, Walk

Labmaraners are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Silkchons are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Silkchon dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Labmaraner, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silkchon, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Labmaraners usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Silkchons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Labmaraner has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Silkchons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Labmaraner should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Silkchon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Labmaraner feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-12 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkchon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Labmaraner is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Silkchon is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Labmaraner is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Silkchon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Labmaraner is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Silkchons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

The Labmaraner is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Silkchons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Labmaraners make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silkchons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Labmaraners are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Silkchons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Labmaraners are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Silkchons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Labmaraners are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Silkchons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.