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Name	Silken Windhound	Taiwan Dog	Basenji
Origins	United States	Taiwan	Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Guard Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	274	303	84
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji breeds.	Silken	Taiwan Canis Taiwanse Canis Takasago Dog Formosan Mountain Dog	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji? Compare adult weight ranges.	Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)	Male: 31-40 pounds (14-18 kg), Female: 26.5-35.5 pounds (12-16 kg)	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)	Male: 35 pounds (16 kg), Female: 31 pounds (14 kg)	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Silken Windhound or Taiwan Dog or Basenji? Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji height comparison:	18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm)	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18-23.5 inches (53 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$600-$1700	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Silken Windhound or Taiwan Dog or Basenji?	Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Taiwan Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Taiwan Dog is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which is easiest to train?	Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Taiwan Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which breed is most alert?	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Taiwan Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which breed is most protective?	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Taiwan Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Friendly Affectionate Trusting Companionable Familiar	Protective Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Versatile Enthusiastic	Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Taiwan Dog dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji?	Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Taiwan Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji social needs comparison:	Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Taiwan Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. 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.	Taiwan Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Basenji 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?	Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Taiwan Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Basenji 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 Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Taiwan Dog is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Taiwan Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Taiwan Dog breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which breed lives longest?	16-20 years The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Taiwan Dog: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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 Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which has fewer health issues?	Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Basenji 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.	Rare The Taiwan Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Basenji 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 Taiwan Dog vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Taiwan Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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 Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. What colors are available?	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red White Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Taiwan Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which drools least?	The Silken Windhound is an average drooler. See more.	The Taiwan Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Taiwan Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky	Fine	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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.	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 Taiwan Dog or Basenji? Silken Windhound or Taiwan Dog or {name3 shedding:	Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Taiwan Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which is best with kids?	Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Taiwan Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are 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.	Taiwan Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Silken Windhound or Taiwan Dog or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Taiwan Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Silken Windhound or Taiwan Dog or Basenji?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Taiwan Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Silken Windhound or Taiwan Dog or Basenji?	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Taiwan Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Basenji 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 Taiwan Dog vs Basenji?	Yes Silken Windhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Taiwan Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basenji 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 Taiwan Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basenji 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.	Taiwan Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Taiwan Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Silken Windhound vs Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	10-12 puppies	4-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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 Taiwan Dog vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. 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 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Silken Windhound, Taiwan Dog, and Basenji. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc.

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