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Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Tenter Terrier or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Terrier Tenterfield Terrier Greyhound
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Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Borders Tenter Terrier
Tenterfield Dog
Mini Foxie Terrier
English Greyhound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
Small Small Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound weight comparison:
Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 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?
Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) 10-12 inches (25-30 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: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) 11 inches (27.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$1400 $600-$1700 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound intelligence:
Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Tenterfield 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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Trainability
Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound trainability comparison.
Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Bold
Adaptable
Hard working
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Tenterfield 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound?
High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Tenterfield Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound playfulness comparison:
Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Tenterfield Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound?
Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Tenterfield Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier 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 Tenterfield Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tenterfield Terrier 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: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Tenterfield 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.

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Tenterfield Terrier bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Tenterfield Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound mouthiness comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound?
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
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
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Tenterfield Terrier 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.
Life Expectancy
Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Border Terrier, Tenterfield Terrier and Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Tenterfield Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound energy level comparison:
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Tenterfield Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Tenterfield Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Tenterfield Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
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. Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Tenterfield Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound coat comparison:
Rough Smooth
Straight
Sparse
Fine
Colors
What are the original Border Terrier, Tenterfield Terrier and Greyhound color?
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Tricolor
Tan & White
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Tenterfield Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Tenterfield Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound?

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Tenterfield Terrier 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 Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Tenterfield Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Terrier or Tenterfield Terrier or Greyhound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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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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: Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound?

Not really

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

Tenterfield 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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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.
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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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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.

Not really

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

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Border Terrier and Tenterfield Terrier and Greyhound have?
2-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 1-12 puppies

Border Terrier vs Tenterfield Terrier vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI. 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?
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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
Club Espanol De Terriers
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

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