Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Comparison – Which dog is better English Beagle or German: Italienisches Windspiel?

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Name	Beagle	Italian Greyhound
Origins	England	Italy
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Beagle and Italian Greyhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Beagle	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Beagle and an Italian Greyhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Beagle and an Italian Greyhound. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Italian Greyhound? Is a Beagle taller than an Italian Greyhound?	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Beagle and an Italian Greyhound. Which breed costs more?	$500-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Italian Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare training requirements.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare alertness levels.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Beagle and an Italian Greyhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Beagle vs Italian Greyhound?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Italian 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: Beagle vs Italian Greyhound?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Beagle vs Italian Greyhound?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Beagle vs Italian Greyhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Italian 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

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare play drive and energy.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle 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 Italian Greyhound indoors.
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Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare adaptability levels.	Beagle 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: Beagle or Italian Greyhound?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Beagle and an Italian Greyhound. Which breed is healthier?	The Beagle 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Beagle vs Italian Greyhound?	Average The Beagle 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare activity levels.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Italian Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Italian Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Italian Greyhound?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare daily food needs.	0.5 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Beagle and Italian Greyhound? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Beagle and an Italian Greyhound? Compare fur types.	Dense	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Italian Greyhound? Do Beagle dogs shed more than Italian Greyhound dogs?	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Italian Greyhound?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Italian Greyhound? Can a Beagle and an Italian Greyhound be friends? Do Beagle dogs get along with Italian Greyhound dogs?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Beagle vs Italian Greyhound?	Yes Beagle 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 Beagle 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?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare SAR abilities.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Beagle or an Italian Greyhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Beagle and Italian Greyhound. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Beagle and Italian Greyhound. Which has larger litters?	2-14 puppies, average 7	2-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Beagle and Italian Greyhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Beagle and Italian Greyhound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Beagle vs Italian Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Beagle and Italian Greyhound. Which groups do they belong to?	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 classifications of Beagle and Italian Greyhound. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Beagle and Italian Greyhound. Which is more widely recognized?	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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