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Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or African Barkless Dog or Mini Bull Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound Basenji Miniature Bull Terrier
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Group Companion Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Mini Bull Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Basenji? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier weight comparison:
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg) 20–35 pounds (9-15 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) 20–35 pounds (9-15 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) 14 inches (35.4 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) 14 inches (35.4 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1000-$1200 $2400-$3000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Miniature Bull Terrier is easier than average to get.

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier trainability comparison.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Playful
Loving
Stubborn
Energetic
Courageous
Outright
Tempered
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Miniature Bull Terrier 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: Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Miniature Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier?
Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Miniature Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
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.
It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.
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 Miniature Bull Terrier indoors.

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Basenji bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Bull Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier?
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Miniature Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Miniature Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Italian Greyhound, Basenji and Miniature Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Bull Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier energy level comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Miniature Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier coat comparison:
Fine Fine Dense
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Italian Greyhound, Basenji and Miniature Bull Terrier color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Miniature Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound or Basenji or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier?
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Miniature Bull Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.
Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.
Miniature Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Italian Greyhound or Basenji or Miniature Bull Terrier? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier?

Not really

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

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

Miniature Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

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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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

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

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Italian Greyhound and Basenji and Miniature Bull Terrier have?
2-4 puppies 4-5 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 5

Italian Greyhound vs Basenji vs Miniature Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Pet Registry, Inc.
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