Anyone have a silky terrier? Need FAST help re: a rescue

My DH's coworker is just giving away his 4 month old silky terrier They do not want to work with him to train him so they are just giving him away to be sold - as in, bidding for the highest price. But he will give him to my DH - now, we have 2 male cats and a 3 yr old Golden retriever - I don't know what to do - I want to help but I dont know anything about them - if they will get along with the others, if they need someone home all day..,etc

help!

I did some research and it looks like they like to chase cats and dig a lot...I want to help but I don't know if our home would be right for him - I sent my DH the link to a terrier rescue group.

Message edited 7/12/2007 10:53:31 AM.

Re: Anyone have a silky terrier? Need FAST help re: a rescue

This loving, little terrier is very intelligent, courageous and alert. Affectionate, spunky cheerful and sociable, they like to be close to their master, but do not accept them to be a "mellow" lap dog. They are full of energy. Curious about everything, it is an enthusiastic digger. Active, keen and demanding. Smart and quick, though a bit willful as with most terriers. Despite its size, this docile dog is watchful and protective. Normally these dogs are very loving with children if they are raised with them, but they can be snappish if peeved and should not be rough-handled or teased. A hardy little fellow, it is a good dog to travel with. It makes an excellent watchdog, but can become a barker if not controlled. They are reserved with strangers and not generally trustworthy with other pets. Socialize them well with cats when they are still a puppy or they will chase them when they get older. Can get jealous and pick fights with other dogs. Training these dogs is very straight- forward because it is very eager to learn.

here is the link for further info.