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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Stafford or English Greyhound or German: Italienisches Windspiel? Find the right dog for you

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Name American Staffordshire Terrier Greyhound Italian Greyhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound breeds.
Stafford
Staffy
Amstaff
English Greyhound German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Giant Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
57-67 pounds (25-30 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
62 pounds (27.5 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, American Staffordshire Terrier or Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm)

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $500-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, American Staffordshire Terrier or Greyhound or Italian Greyhound?
Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Attentive
Tenacious
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: 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: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound?
High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: 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
American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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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?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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?
American Staffordshire Terrier 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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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the 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.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
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: American Staffordshire Terrier or Greyhound or Italian Greyhound?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
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.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between American Staffordshire Terrier, 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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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 American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once 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: American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison:
No data available 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
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which drools least?
The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between American Staffordshire Terrier, 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more American Staffordshire Terrier or Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? American Staffordshire Terrier or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

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

Yes

This breed makes good 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between American Staffordshire Terrier, 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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 American Staffordshire Terrier, 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 American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most military use?

Yes

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

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.

American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 1-12 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between American Staffordshire Terrier, 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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American Staffordshire Terrier vs Greyhound vs Italian Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of American Staffordshire Terrier, Greyhound, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
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
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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