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Name	Bloodhound	Greyhound	Doberman Pinscher
Origins	France Belgium	United Kingdom	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound	English Greyhound	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher?	Large	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bloodhound or Greyhound or Greyhound? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

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

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:	Smart: The Bloodhound 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.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.	Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher?	Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher 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: Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher?	High: Bloodhound 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.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bloodhound 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bloodhound 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Bloodhound 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher?	Bloodhound 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.

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.
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 Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:	Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia	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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Bloodhound, Greyhound and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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.

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:	Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher?	Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher?	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 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.	5 to 6 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? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:	Rough	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Bloodhound, Greyhound and Doberman Pinscher color?	Black Tan Red Liver	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Bloodhound or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher 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: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher?	High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

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

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Bloodhound or Greyhound or Doberman Pinscher? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher?	Not really Bloodhound 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.	Not really Doberman Pinscher 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	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Bloodhound and Greyhound and Doberman Pinscher have?	8-10 puppies	1-12 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Bloodhound vs Greyhound vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. 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	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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