While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Silkshire Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the English Foxhound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

Silkshire Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

English Foxhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Silky Terrier and Yorkshire Terrier

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

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Unknown

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Blue
Fawn
Black
Red

Black
White
Brown
Pied

Silkshire Terriers are known for their coat length.

English Foxhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Silkshire Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Silkshire Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The English Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Early Tooth Loss
Bone Fractures
Bronchitis
Digestive Problems

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Full Physical Examination

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Silkshire Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

English Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Silkshire Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Walking, Cuddles, Playing chase

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silkshire Terrier, it's at least 6 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 English Foxhound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Silkshire Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The English Foxhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

English Foxhound 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
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-11 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silkshire 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 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) English Foxhound feed 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 Silkshire Terrier is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an English Foxhound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silkshire 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 English Foxhound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

English Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The English Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Silkshire Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Foxhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Silkshire Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

English Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

English Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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