Ironically, Silkens and Borzois have 100% the same personality and habits as Italian Greyhounds (like my boy). All sighthounds are just whirlwinds, aloof, moody, goofy piles of limbs lol. Would definitely recommend your article to anyone considering a sight hound!!
This is an interesting perspective from your experience as a first time silken and Zoi owner.
With in all breeds there are variants of temperament and physical characteristics and needs. Explore the breeds extensively before deciding what is best for your family. Then explore various breeders, bloodlines and temperaments of the off spring. Talk to novice, first time breed owners and experienced owners who’ve raised and lived with more than one of the breed. How long have they been involved in the breed. The experience of the family and knowledge makes a huge difference in how any dog turns out. Baseline temperament is one thing, handlers knowledge shapes the dog from there.
It’s not all Instagram pretty, silly and happy easy moments.
Dog handler, owner for decades. Silkens for over 20 years. Share information. Home work. Research. Look at your own situation, commitment, experience and expectations.
Totally agree. Doing your homework on the breed(s) you are interested in and visiting breeders and seeing their dogs at work and play is a big deal. I got an older rescue whippet first and then as I became more adept with the breed got puppies and have thoroughly enjoyed them, but I am lucky to know quite a few good, reputable breeders to have on speed dial when help is needed.
Hi! Unfortunately I cannot have a dog of my own at this time so I live vicariously through my son and his girlfriend’s dog, (and Abby & Cleo) a rescued Galgo. He is such a beautiful, sweet boy and yes, as you mentioned, has many characteristics of a cat. 😁 This was a wonderful post. Thank you!
Such a great guide! Thank you for sharing. I've had retired racing greyhounds and they were my first dog on my own, and I agree--in many ways they can be lower maintenance than your typical lab or even small dog. But the females in particular can have their quirks and if you get one with behavior issues, woof. Unfortunately with the ending of racing I've seen a decline in the quality of greyhounds and adoption groups in the US, so also be very careful where you shop and if something seems off, it probably is. Thank you for sharing your girls and educating about their breeds. I love enjoying them through the screen, knowing what it means to clean up the hair and exercise for at least 45 minutes a day. ;)
I'm a greyhound mom, so I'm familiar with longdogs and this was SUCH A GOOD POST. Super helpful and informative 😍 (and the snoots for tax never go amiss).
You did a really great job outlining the pros and cons of both breeds. I have had whippets for 22 years and have considered getting a silken. I met quite a few at coursing and racing events and have liked their size and personalities, and the benefit of having fur over the easily tearable skin of whippets. I truly love your posts and yours is one I never scroll past. ❤️😍
Ironically, Silkens and Borzois have 100% the same personality and habits as Italian Greyhounds (like my boy). All sighthounds are just whirlwinds, aloof, moody, goofy piles of limbs lol. Would definitely recommend your article to anyone considering a sight hound!!
This is an interesting perspective from your experience as a first time silken and Zoi owner.
With in all breeds there are variants of temperament and physical characteristics and needs. Explore the breeds extensively before deciding what is best for your family. Then explore various breeders, bloodlines and temperaments of the off spring. Talk to novice, first time breed owners and experienced owners who’ve raised and lived with more than one of the breed. How long have they been involved in the breed. The experience of the family and knowledge makes a huge difference in how any dog turns out. Baseline temperament is one thing, handlers knowledge shapes the dog from there.
It’s not all Instagram pretty, silly and happy easy moments.
Dog handler, owner for decades. Silkens for over 20 years. Share information. Home work. Research. Look at your own situation, commitment, experience and expectations.
Totally agree. Doing your homework on the breed(s) you are interested in and visiting breeders and seeing their dogs at work and play is a big deal. I got an older rescue whippet first and then as I became more adept with the breed got puppies and have thoroughly enjoyed them, but I am lucky to know quite a few good, reputable breeders to have on speed dial when help is needed.
Hi! Unfortunately I cannot have a dog of my own at this time so I live vicariously through my son and his girlfriend’s dog, (and Abby & Cleo) a rescued Galgo. He is such a beautiful, sweet boy and yes, as you mentioned, has many characteristics of a cat. 😁 This was a wonderful post. Thank you!
Such a great guide! Thank you for sharing. I've had retired racing greyhounds and they were my first dog on my own, and I agree--in many ways they can be lower maintenance than your typical lab or even small dog. But the females in particular can have their quirks and if you get one with behavior issues, woof. Unfortunately with the ending of racing I've seen a decline in the quality of greyhounds and adoption groups in the US, so also be very careful where you shop and if something seems off, it probably is. Thank you for sharing your girls and educating about their breeds. I love enjoying them through the screen, knowing what it means to clean up the hair and exercise for at least 45 minutes a day. ;)
I'm a greyhound mom, so I'm familiar with longdogs and this was SUCH A GOOD POST. Super helpful and informative 😍 (and the snoots for tax never go amiss).
You did a really great job outlining the pros and cons of both breeds. I have had whippets for 22 years and have considered getting a silken. I met quite a few at coursing and racing events and have liked their size and personalities, and the benefit of having fur over the easily tearable skin of whippets. I truly love your posts and yours is one I never scroll past. ❤️😍
Hi all you dog lovers, you might find my short story interesting.
Free read.
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