The primary goal of ISWS is to protect and advance the purebred Silken Windhound dogs, to protect the interests of its members, and to educate its members in the areas of breeding, …

A Brief History of the Silken Windhound. After considering options since 1975, a Borzoi breeder, Francie Stull, determined that a smaller hound with wonderful temperament, long coat, all …

Standard for the Silken Windhound. GENERAL APPEARANCE: The Silken Windhound is an elegant, small to medium-sized sighthound with a moderately long silky coat. Its classic lines …

The Silken Windhound is an established breed with an Official Breed Standard approved by the International Silken Windhound Society. Anyone who plans to breed Silkens must adhere to …

Although not yet recognized by the American Kennel Club, the United Kennel Club recognized Silken Windhound in 2011. Many owners compete in UKC events (including Conformation, …

In the last 13 years, the Silken Windhound has seen major advances in both population and event participation worldwide; with an expanding fancy in the UK, Canada, Northern Europe, and …

Being listed here does not mean any of these breeders are endorsed or recommend by ISWS, who has no regulatory powers over the actions of individual Breeders, so it is important that …

In November 1998, a dedicated and resolute group of people from diverse regions of the United States and Europe came together on the Internet to communicate with one another for the …

Silken Windhounds are in the minority of dog breeds in that they are a remarkably healthy breed. The life expectancy of a typical Silken Windhound can easily extend into their mid teens while …

The International Silken Windhound Society (ISWS) is proud to support Silken Windhound breeders in producing, to the best of their ability, the highest quality Silken Windhound, while …