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Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Greyhound or Galgo or German: Italienisches Windspiel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Greyhound Spanish Greyhound Italian Greyhound
OriginsUnited Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Spain flagSpain Italy flagItaly
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound breeds.
English Greyhound Galgo
Spanish Galgo
Spanish Greyhound
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Large Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 50.5 pounds (23 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm)

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound?
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Affectionate
Gentle
Quiet
Calm
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Spanish Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound?
High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Spanish Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:
Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Spanish Greyhound breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Italian Greyhound indoors.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Spanish Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spanish Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Spanish Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound?
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Spanish Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which needs most food?
Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Red
White
Yellow
Cinnamon
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which drools least?
The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Spanish Greyhound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Smooth Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound?
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound or Italian Greyhound?
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound?
Yes
Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spanish Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spanish Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Spanish Greyhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Spanish Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
1-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Greyhound, Spanish Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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