Silky Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Italian Greyhound has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Alert
Inquisitive
Quick
Intelligent
Friendly
Joyful
Responsive

Affectionate
Athletic
Intelligent
Agile
Companionable
Mischievous

Australia

Italy

Terriers

Sighthound

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

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

1800s

Ancient Times

Toy (AKC:1959)
Terriers (UKC)

Toy (AKC:1886)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

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Brown

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Black
Brown

Brindle
Sable
Silver
Blue
Fawn
Gray
Black

Red
Gray
Black
Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream

Silky Terriers are known for their coat length.

Italian Greyhounds have short coats.

Silky Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Italian Greyhounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Spongiform Leukodystrophy

Periodontal Disease

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Eye Disease
Diabetes

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures

Hip
Knee
Blood Test
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
Skeletal
X-Rays

Eye
Knee
Skeletal
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Silky Terriers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Italian Greyhounds' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Silky Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Italian Greyhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Silky Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Italian Greyhounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Silky Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Italian Greyhound dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Napping, Cuddling, Play, Run

Cuddling, Dog Parks, Snuggling, Walk, Run, Frisbee, Fetch, Nose work, Eating Snacks, Running, Racing, Nervous, Going on drives, Growling, Biting

Silky Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Italian Greyhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Terrier, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Greyhound, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Italian Greyhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Silky Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Italian Greyhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Silky Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Italian Greyhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 7-14 pound (3 - 6 kg) Italian Greyhound feed 1.3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Silky Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Greyhound is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Italian Greyhound is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Silky Terrier is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Italian Greyhound has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Silky Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Italian Greyhounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Silky Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Italian Greyhounds are not suitable for children.

Silky Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Italian Greyhounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Silky Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Italian Greyhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Silky Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Italian Greyhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.