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Name	Basenji	Miniature Pinscher	Greyhound
Origins	Democratic Republic of the Congo	Germany	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog	King Of The Toys Reh Pinscher Zwergpinsc Min Pin	English Greyhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Medium	Small	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Miniature Pinscher? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound weight comparison:	Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height Which is taller, Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound height comparison:	Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm)	Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$400-$600	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound intelligence:	Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound trainability comparison.	Basenji dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Basenji dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

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

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound playfulness comparison:	Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound?	Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home.	Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.	Miniature Pinscher 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.

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound mouthiness comparison:	Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound?	The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound health problems comparison:	Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Basenji, Miniature Pinscher and Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound energy level comparison:	Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	3/4 to 1 cup 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.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound coat comparison:	Fine	Rough	Fine
Colors What are the original Basenji, Miniature Pinscher and Greyhound color?	Black Tan Red White Brindle	Black Tan Red Chocolate Rust	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Miniature Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound?	Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound?	Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound?	Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Pinscher 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Basenji or Miniature Pinscher or Greyhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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: Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound?	Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Basenji and Miniature Pinscher and Greyhound have?	4-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	1-12 puppies
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Basenji vs Miniature Pinscher vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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.	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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