Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Cheerful

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

United States

Great Britain

Jack Russell Terrier, Silky Terrier

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

2000s

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
White
Brown
Pied

Silky Jacks are known for their coat length.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Silky Jack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

While the Silky Jack breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Spongiform Leukodystrophy
Subaortic Stenosis

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Urolithiasis
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Canine Cushing’s Disease

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

English Foxhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Silky Jacks need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Foxhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Silky Jacks sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Silky Jack dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Tug-of-war

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

Silky Jacks 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.

English Foxhounds 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 Jack, it's at least 8 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.

The Silky Jack requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Ideally, Silky Jack 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Silky Jack 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 Silky Jack is somewhere $1.10 - $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 Silky Jack 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.

Silky Jack is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

English Foxhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Silky Jacks are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Silky Jacks are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Silky Jacks are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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