silky terrier

American  

noun

1. one of an Australian breed of toy dogs having a long, silky, blue coat with tan markings and erect ears, a topknot, and a docked tail.

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silky terrier British  

noun

1. another name for a Sydney silky

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Etymology

Origin of silky terrier

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

Unlike the silky terrier’s, which decrees that its docked tail is “set high and carried at twelve to two o’clock position,” the Doberman pinscher standard says: “Ears normally cropped and carried erect.”

From Washington Post

Some 27 contestants were in that mix this year, including Buster, a shih tzu/silky terrier blend that was brimming over with energy as a puppy.

From Seattle Times

It was before Jasmine’s family adopted a silky terrier they would call Pup-Pup, who would make Jasmine fall in love with animals.

From Washington Post

Within two days of being placed on the adoption floor, a silky terrier named Ryder and two mixed breeds named Happy and Casper had all been found owners.

From Washington Times

The silky terrier that won best of breed on Monday — Lamplighter Bendill Tail Wind, who goes by “Windy” at home — has a natural tail.

From Washington Post