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

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Name Beagle Puggle Italian Greyhound
OriginsEngland flagEngland United States flagUnited States Italy flagItaly
Group Hunting Dogs Designer Dogs Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound breeds.
English Beagle Beagle-Pug German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg) 15-40 pounds (7-18 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) 27.5 pounds (12.5 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Beagle or Puggle or Italian Greyhound? Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 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) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm)

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Beagle or Puggle or Italian Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Puggle is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Puggle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Puggle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound?
High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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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
Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:
Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Puggle 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?
Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Puggle 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?
Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Puggle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Puggle barks occasionally.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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The Puggle is a playful breed.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Puggle 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.

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Puggle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Puggle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.
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 Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Puggle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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: Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Puggle 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
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Obesity
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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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 Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which needs most food?
0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 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.

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Puggle has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Puggle 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?
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Puggle dogs are generally with other pets.
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Puggle or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Puggle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Puggle or Italian Greyhound?
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Puggle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Puggle or Italian Greyhound?
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Puggle 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: Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound?
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Puggle dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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.
Yes
Puggle is one of the best dog breeds 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.
Puggles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Beagle, Puggle, 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 Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

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

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

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.

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 Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

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

Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Puggle 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 Beagle, Puggle, 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 Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most military use?

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
2-14 puppies, average 7 3-5 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Beagle, Puggle, 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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Beagle vs Puggle vs Italian Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Beagle, Puggle, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry
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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