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Name	Greyhound	Borzoi	Silken Windhound
Origins	United Kingdom	Russia Belarus	United States
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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 Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound breeds.	English Greyhound	Barzoi Psovoi Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya Russian Wolfhound	Silken
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is the largest?	Giant	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 75-105 pounds (34-48 kg), Female: 60-90 pounds (27-41kg)	Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 90 pounds (41 kg), Female: 75 pounds (34 kg)	Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greyhound or Borzoi or Silken Windhound? Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound height comparison:	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	18-23.5 inches (53 cm)

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$800	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Borzoi or Silken Windhound?	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Borzoi is easier than average to get.	Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Borzoi is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. 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 Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which is easiest to train?	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Borzoi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most alert?	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Borzoi dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most protective?	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Borzoi dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most vocal?	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Borzoi barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Borzois, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Borzoi indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.
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Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed is most flexible?	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Borzoi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Borzoi or Silken Windhound?	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.

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Borzoi: 11 years	16-20 years The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Borzoi 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which has fewer health issues?	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Borzoi 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Borzoi 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound health problems comparison:	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	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Anesthesia Sensitivity Osteochondrosis Dissecans Dental Problems Thyroid Disorder	No data available

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Borzoi has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which needs most food?	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 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.
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Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. What colors are available?	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Red Cream White Sable Brindle	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Borzoi requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which drools least?	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Borzoi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silken Windhound is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Borzoi has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Feathered	Silky
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greyhound or Borzoi or Silken Windhound? Greyhound or Borzoi or {name3 shedding:	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Borzoi dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Good With Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. 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 Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. 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 Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. 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 Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Borzoi 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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. 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 Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. 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.

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Which has most puppies?	1-12 puppies	1-11 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. 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.

Greyhound vs Borzoi vs Silken Windhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1891 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Greyhound, Borzoi, and Silken Windhound. 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	No data available	No data available

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