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- Rhodesian Ridgeback Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
- Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier: Overview
- Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier
- Lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier
- Temperament of the Rhodesian Ridgeback Versus the Silky Terrier
- Price of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Price of Silky Terrier
- Adopting the Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Adopting the Silky Terrier
- The Intelligence of the Rhodesian Ridgeback versus the Intelligence of the Silky Terrier
- The Popularity of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Popularity of Silky Terrier
- Health Problems of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Health Problems of Silky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier
- Do Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed more than Silky Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier?
- Does the Rhodesian Ridgeback Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
- Do Rhodesian Ridgebacks Bark and Howl? What about Silky Terriers?
- Can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs. Silky Terrier
- Can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier?
- Are Rhodesian Ridgebacks good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Silky Terriers?
- Is the Rhodesian Ridgeback Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rhodesian Ridgeback
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Rhodesian Ridgeback Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and for the Silky Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier.
Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a large-sized dog while the Silky Terrier is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Rhodesian Ridgeback belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Silky Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Rhodesian Ridgeback to the Silky Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier
| Factor | Rhodesian Ridgeback | Silky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 70 to 85 pounds | 8 to 10 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1620 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1250 – $1900 | $1425 – $2075 |
| Temperament Score | 84.2 percent | 73.7 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 40 | 103 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 52 | 37 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Rhodesian Ridgeback in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Silky Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Rhodesian Ridgeback is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Silky Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Silky Terrier is a better pet than the Rhodesian Ridgeback. So, you should get the Silky Terrier!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier
Below is a list of where the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier
The Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks weigh 70 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Rhodesian Ridgebacks are 24 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Silky Terriers weigh 8 to 10 pounds when fully grown. Silky Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier
The lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgebacks is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgebacks is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Silky Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Silky Terriers is 13.5 years.
Silky Terriers live longer than Rhodesian Ridgebacks.
Temperament of the Rhodesian Ridgeback Versus the Silky Terrier
The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a better temperament than the Silky Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Rhodesian Ridgeback is 84.2 percent while the temperament score for the Silky Terrier is 73.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 84.2 percent, the Rhodesian Ridgeback has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 73.7 percent, the Silky Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 563 Rhodesian Ridgebacks and 19 Silky Terriers.
Price of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Price of Silky Terrier
The average price of the Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy is $1620. The price of the Rhodesian Ridgeback typically ranges from $1250 – $1900. However, the price of a Rhodesian Ridgeback can be as low as $500 and as high as $2850. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 175 Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Silky Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Silky Terrier typically ranges from $1425 – $2075. However, the price of the Silky Terrier can be as low as $350 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 42 Silky Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Silky Terrier is more expensive than the Rhodesian Ridgeback.
| Rhodesian Ridgeback | Silky Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1620 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1250 to $1900 | $1425 to $2075 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Rhodesian Ridgeback and Silky Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies or how many Silky Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Rhodesian Ridgebacks. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Silky Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy or the Silky Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Adopting the Silky Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Rhodesian Ridgebacks and many Silky Terriers are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Rhodesian Ridgeback named Mufasa 21-12-102 that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Rhodesian Ridgebacks like Mufasa 21-12-102 on pefinder.com.
Also, like Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Silky Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Mookie is a Male Silky Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Silky Terriers like Mookie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Chucky is an adorable Male Silky Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Silky Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Rhodesian Ridgeback versus the Intelligence of the Silky Terrier
| Rhodesian Ridgeback | Silky Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 52 out of 130 dog breeds | 37 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Rhodesian Ridgeback has an obedience intelligence rank of 52 out of 130 dog breeds. The Rhodesian Ridgeback belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Rhodesian Ridgebacks tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Silky Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 37 out of 130 dog breeds. The Silky Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Silky Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.
The Silky Terrier is more intelligent than the Rhodesian Ridgeback.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Popularity of Silky Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is more popular with dog owners than the Silky Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Rhodesian Ridgeback is 40 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Silky Terrier is 103 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Rhodesian Ridgeback
Popularity of Silky Terrier
| Year | Rhodesian Ridgeback Popularity Rank | Silky Terrier Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 39 | 92 |
| 2014 | 39 | 101 |
| 2015 | 40 | 102 |
| 2016 | 42 | 100 |
| 2017 | 41 | 106 |
| 2018 | 41 | 112 |
| 2019 | 42 | 109 |
| 2020 | 42 | 108 |
Health Problems of Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Health Problems of Silky Terrier
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Rhodesian Ridgeback is prone to more genetic health problems than the Silky Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Rhodesian Ridgeback than for the Silky Terrier.
6 health tests are recommended for Rhodesian Ridgeback while 2 tests are recommended for the Silky Terrier.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Rhodesian Ridgebacks and in Silky Terriers.
Rhodesian Ridgeback Health Problems
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Rhodesian Ridgeback breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Rhodesian Ridgebacks for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Rhodesian Ridgebacks here.
Silky Terrier Health Problems
Silky Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Silky Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Silky Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Silky Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Silky Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Silky Terriers here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Silky Terriers
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Rhodesian Ridgeback Breed is Thyroid problems.
This is because the Rhodesian Ridgeback ranks 11 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 6564 Rhodesian Ridgebacks, 636 of them had Thyroid problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Rhodesian Ridgebacks, and how common these diseases are in Rhodesian Ridgebacks relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Silky Terrier Breed is Congenital Cardiac problems.
This is because the Silky Terrier ranks 22 out of 159 dog breeds for Congenital Cardiac problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 109 Silky Terriers, 0 of them had Congenital Cardiac problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Silky Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Silky Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Rhodesian Ridgeback and in Silky Terrier and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier:
| Disease | Rhodesian Ridgeback Rank | Silky Terrier Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Thyroid problems | 11 out of 115 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Shoulder problems | 15 out of 22 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | 31 out of 70 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Dentition Database problems | 32 out of 49 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | 48 out of 159 dog breeds | 22 out of 159 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | 56 out of 144 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Patella problems | 97 out of 145 dog breeds | 50 out of 145 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 102 out of 182 dog breeds | 61 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 168 out of 198 dog breeds | Not Common |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier
Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not like to be left alone.
Silky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed more than Silky Terriers?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Silky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier
Rhodesian Ridgebacks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Silky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are very easy to groom.
Silky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Rhodesian Ridgeback Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Silky Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Rhodesian Ridgebacks Bark and Howl? What about Silky Terriers?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Silky Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Silky Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Rhodesian Ridgeback vs. Silky Terrier
Rhodesian Ridgebacks have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Silky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Rhodesian Ridgebacks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Silky Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along very well with other dogs.
Silky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Rhodesian Ridgebacks good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Silky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Rhodesian Ridgebacks and Silky Terriers?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Silky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Rhodesian Ridgeback Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not easy to train.
Silky Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Rhodesian Ridgeback Better for Apartment Owners than the Silky Terrier?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks do not adapt well to apartment living.
Silky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Rhodesian Ridgeback or the Silky Terrier?
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Silky Terriers are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Rhodesian Ridgeback
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Rhodesian Ridgeback that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Rhodesian Ridgeback:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Silky Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Silky Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Rhodesian Ridgeback and how the Silky Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Rhodesian Ridgeback and of the Silky Terrier to other breeds:
Rhodesian Ridgeback Versus Other Dog Breeds
Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Rottweiler Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Tibetan Spaniel Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Harrier Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Bedlington Terrier Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Bull Terrier Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Akita Chow Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Rhodesian Ridgeback versus King Shepherd Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Australian Terrier Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Bich Poo Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Pharaoh Hound Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Miniature Pinscher Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Bich Poo Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Australian Cattle Dog Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Vizsla Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Cocker Spaniel Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Bolognese Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Norfolk Terrier Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Maltipoo Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Pekingese Rhodesian Ridgeback versus French Bulldog Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Basset Hound
Silky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Silky Terrier versus Finnish Lapphund Silky Terrier versus Cockalier Silky Terrier versus Schipperke Silky Terrier versus English Toy Spaniel Silky Terrier versus Keeshond Silky Terrier versus Shiba Inu Silky Terrier versus German Wirehaired Pointer Silky Terrier versus Beaglier Silky Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher Silky Terrier versus Mudi Silky Terrier versus Pharaoh Hound Silky Terrier versus Pharaoh Hound Silky Terrier versus Spinone Italiano Silky Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer Silky Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres Silky Terrier versus Lancashire Heeler Silky Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog Silky Terrier versus Gordon Setter Silky Terrier versus Boykin Spaniel Silky Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Silky Terrier versus Harrier Silky Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Silky Terrier versus Chinese Shar-Pei Silky Terrier versus Maremma Sheepdog Silky Terrier versus Chihuahua
Conclusion: Rhodesian Ridgeback versus Silky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Rhodesian Ridgeback and the Silky Terrier better suits you and your family.