Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Comparison – Which dog is better Silken or English Greyhound?

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Name	Silken Windhound	Greyhound
Origins	United States	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Silken Windhound and Greyhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Silken	English Greyhound
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Silken Windhound and a Greyhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Silken Windhound and a Greyhound. Which breed is heavier?	Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height Which is taller, Silken Windhound or Greyhound? Is a Silken Windhound taller than a Greyhound?	18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18-23.5 inches (53 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Silken Windhound and a Greyhound. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Silken Windhound or Greyhound?	Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare training requirements.	Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare alertness levels.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Silken Windhound and a Greyhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Loving Friendly Affectionate Trusting Companionable Familiar	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Silken Windhound vs Greyhound?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Silken Windhound vs Greyhound?	Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Silken Windhound vs Greyhound social needs comparison:	Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Silken Windhound vs Greyhound?	The wanderlust potential of the Silken Windhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Silken Windhound vs Greyhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
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Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare adaptability levels.	Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Silken Windhound or Greyhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Silken Windhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Silken Windhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Silken Windhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare average lifespans.	16-20 years The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Silken Windhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Silken Windhound and a Greyhound. Which breed is healthier?	Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Silken Windhound vs Greyhound?	Frequent The Silken Windhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silken Windhound vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silken Windhound vs Greyhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare activity levels.	Silken Windhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Silken Windhound vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Silken Windhound or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Silken Windhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Silken Windhound or Greyhound?	Silken Windhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare obesity risks.	Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Silken Windhound and Greyhound? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Silken Windhound is an average drooler. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Silken Windhound and a Greyhound? Compare fur types.	Silky	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Silken Windhound or Greyhound? Do Silken Windhound dogs shed more than Greyhound dogs?	Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Silken Windhound or Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Silken Windhound or Greyhound?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Silken Windhound or Greyhound? Can a Silken Windhound and a Greyhound be friends? Do Silken Windhound dogs get along with Greyhound dogs?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Silken Windhound vs Greyhound?	Yes Silken Windhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Silken Windhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Silken Windhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Silken Windhound or a Greyhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Silken Windhound and Greyhound. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Silken Windhound and Greyhound. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	1-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Silken Windhound and Greyhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Silken Windhound and Greyhound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Silken Windhound vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Silken Windhound and Greyhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Silken Windhound and Greyhound. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Silken Windhound and Greyhound. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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Sussi
Jun 1, 2022, 9:52:58 PM:
What a lot of nonsense about Silken Windhounds! Maybe you should study the breed and get to know facts before you start writing about them.
Angela York Crane
Jun 2, 2022, 2:27:17 AM:
Has the author actually read about Silkens, or even met one? I hope folks who are actually interested in the breed will take time to do the research or attend a Silken meet-up. This article is utter bollocks.
Bee
Apr 8, 2023, 1:59:19 PM:
The greyhound info is wrong, they are NOT a playful breed, and they require A LOT of training to own one. Mainly if you are rescuing, you are assigned research and quizzed before adoption. Most are not child friendly without boundaries.