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Name	Silken Windhound	Otterhound	Silky Terrier
Origins	United States	England	Australia
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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 Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier breeds.	Silken	Otter Dog	Australian Silky Terrier Sydney Silky
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)	66-115 pounds (30-52 kg)	8-11 pounds (4-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)	90.5 pounds (41 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier? Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier height comparison:	18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm)	24-26 inches (60-65 cm)	9-10 inches (23-25 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18-23.5 inches (53 cm)	25 inches (62.5 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier?	Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Otterhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Silky Terrier is easier than average to get.

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Smart: The Silky Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Otterhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Otterhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Otterhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Friendly Affectionate Trusting Companionable Familiar	Outright Tempered Boisterous Amiable	Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Quick Joyful Inquisitive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Otterhound dogs are less 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: Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier?	Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Otterhound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Silky Terrier 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 Otterhound vs Silky Terrier social needs comparison:	Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Otterhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Silken Windhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Otterhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Otterhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Otterhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Silky Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier?	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.	Silky Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	16-20 years The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Otterhound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Silky Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	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 cold weather conditions The Otterhound 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 health problems common in Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Otterhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Silky Terrier 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?	Frequent The Silken Windhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Otterhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Silky Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Joint Problems Bloat Epilepsy Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia	Collapsed Trachea Legg-perthes Disease Epilepsy Diabetes

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Silken Windhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Otterhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Silken Windhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Otterhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Silky Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier?	Silken Windhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Otterhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Silky Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Otterhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Silky Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. What colors are available?	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Tan Blue Cream Wheaten	Black Gray Tan Blue Cream Silver Fawn Tricolor Platinum
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Otterhound requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Silky Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which drools least?	The Silken Windhound is an average drooler. See more.	The Otterhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Silky Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Otterhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silky Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky	Rough Waterproof	Silky Straight Glossy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier? Silken Windhound or Otterhound or {name3 shedding:	Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Otterhound dogs shed above average. See more.	Silky Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Otterhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Otterhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Silky Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Otterhound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Silky Terrier 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 Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Silky Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Silken Windhound or Otterhound or Silky Terrier?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Otterhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Silky Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier?	Yes Silken Windhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Otterhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Silky Terrier 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 Otterhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Silky Terrier 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.	Otterhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Silky Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. 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 Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. 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 Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. 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 Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. 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 Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Otterhound breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silky Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. 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 Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. 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.

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-7 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. 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.

Silken Windhound vs Otterhound vs Silky Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Silken Windhound, Otterhound, and Silky Terrier. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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