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Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Csivava or German: Italienisches Windspiel or King Of The Toys? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher breeds.
Csivava
Chihuahueño
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
King Of The Toys
Reh Pinscher
Zwergpinsc
Min Pin
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher? Compare adult weight ranges.
2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 8-9 pounds (about 4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
4 pounds (2 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8.5 pounds (about 4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher? Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher height comparison:
6-9 inches (15-23 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
7.5 inches (19 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher?
Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Miniature Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. 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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Smart: The Miniature Pinscher dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is easiest to train?
Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most alert?
Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most protective?
Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Clever
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Sensitive: Miniature Pinscher 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: Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher?
High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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High: Miniature Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher social needs comparison:
Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Miniature Pinscher 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?
Chihuahua 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.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Miniature Pinscher is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Miniature Pinscher is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua 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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Miniature Pinscher breed.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most flexible?
Chihuahua 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.
Miniature Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher?
Chihuahua 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.
Miniature Pinscher dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which uses mouth most during play?
Chihuahua 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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Miniature Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Pinscher bite force: Weak.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed lives longest?
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Pinscher: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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 Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has fewer health issues?
Chihuahuas 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.
Miniature Pinschers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Chihuahua 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.
Frequent
The Miniature Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which breed is most active?
Chihuahua 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.
Miniature Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Miniature Pinscher dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher?
Chihuahua 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.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Miniature Pinscher breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher? Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is best with kids?
Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher?
Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Chihuahua or Italian Greyhound or Miniature Pinscher?
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Miniature Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher?
Yes
Chihuahua 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.
Yes
Miniature Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.
Miniature Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

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

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Chihuahua 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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Not really

Miniature Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. 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 Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. 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.

Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies 2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. 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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Chihuahua vs Italian Greyhound vs Miniature Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Chihuahua, Italian Greyhound, and Miniature Pinscher. 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
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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