Some individual Silken Windhounds are sensitive to ivermectin and related drugs; a simple test is now available to find whether a dog carries a defective MDR1, a multi-drug resistance gene.

[citation needed] The Silken Windhound studbooks closed in 2000, with minimal sanctioned outcrossing to foundational breeds being monitored to improve health and lower COI.

[citation needed] Silken Windhounds participate in performance sports and showings worldwide, including the NAKC, IABCA, and NCA, as part of the hound group.

[citation needed] In Slovenia, Silkens are an accepted part of the Slovenian Kennel Club, member of the FCI, also in the hound group.

The ISWS has established straight and oval track racing programs that enable Silkens to compete and win points towards performance titles.