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Name	Border Terrier	Silken Windhound	Ibizan Hound
Origins	England Scotland	United States	Spain
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound breeds.	Borders	Silken	Ibizan Warren Hound Podenco Ibicenco Ca Eivissenc
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound? Compare adult weight ranges.	Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)	Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)	Male: 44-53 pounds (20–24 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or Ibizan Hound? Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound height comparison:	Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)	18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm)	22-29 inches (56-74 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)	18-23.5 inches (53 cm)	25.5 inches (65 cm)

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1200-$1400	$800-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or Ibizan Hound?	Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.	Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Ibizan Hound is easier than average to get.

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	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 Compare training difficulty levels between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is easiest to train?	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed is most alert?	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed is most protective?	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound? Compare temperaments.	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless	Playful Loving Friendly Affectionate Trusting Companionable Familiar	Active Stubborn Independent Clownish Intelligent Engaging
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound?	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Ibizan Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound social needs comparison:	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Silken Windhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Ibizan Hound 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Ibizan Hound barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Ibizan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Ibizan Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed is most flexible?	Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Ibizan Hound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or Ibizan Hound?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Silken Windhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Ibizan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which uses mouth most during play?	Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Silken Windhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Ibizan Hound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years	16-20 years The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Ibizan Hound: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has fewer health issues?	The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Ibizan Hound 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?	Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Silken Windhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Ibizan Hound 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: Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Eye Problems Bloat Deafness Seizures Thyroid Disorder

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low: The Ibizan Hound has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which needs most food?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
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Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. What colors are available?	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver Brown	Red White
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Ibizan Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which drools least?	The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silken Windhound is an average drooler. See more.	The Ibizan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Ibizan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough	Silky	Wiry Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or Ibizan Hound? Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or {name3 shedding:	Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Ibizan Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is best with kids?	Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Ibizan Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Ibizan Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or Ibizan Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or Ibizan Hound?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Ibizan Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Border Terrier or Silken Windhound or Ibizan Hound?	Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Ibizan Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound?	Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silken Windhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Ibizan Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Silken Windhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Ibizan Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Silken Windhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Ibizan Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Ibizan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has most military use?	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has most puppies?	2-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Border Terrier vs Silken Windhound vs Ibizan Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1978 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Border Terrier, Silken Windhound, and Ibizan Hound. Which has most recognition?	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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers	No data available	No data available

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