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Name	Dachshund	Italian Greyhound	Japanese Spitz
Origins	Germany	Italy	Japan
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane	Nihon Supittsu
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz weight comparison:	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	11-20 pounds (5-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)	15.5 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz height comparison:	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$500-$700	$800-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Average: The Japanese Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz trainability comparison.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Proud Companionable
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: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz?	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Japanese Spitz dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz social needs comparison:	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Japanese Spitz 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?	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz playfulness comparison:	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz?	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Japanese Spitz is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund 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.	Very house-friendly dog the Japanese Spitz breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Dachshund 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.	Japanese Spitz dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Dachshund 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.	Japanese Spitz dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Japanese Spitz bite force: Weak.
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 Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Japanese Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz mouthiness comparison:	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Japanese Spitz dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz?	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Japanese Spitz is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia	Patellar Luxation Runny Eyes
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Japanese Spitz should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Dachshund, Italian Greyhound and Japanese Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Japanese Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Japanese Spitz can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz energy level comparison:	Dachshund 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.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Japanese Spitz dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Dachshund 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.	Japanese Spitz 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

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	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.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Japanese Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz coat comparison:	Fine	Fine	Thick
Colors What are the original Dachshund, Italian Greyhound and Japanese Spitz color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow	White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Japanese Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Japanese Spitz 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: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz?	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Japanese Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Japanese Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Japanese Spitz dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Japanese Spitz dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Japanese Spitz dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz?	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Japanese Spitz dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz?	Yes Dachshund 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 Japanese Spitz dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Japanese Spitz is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.	Japanese Spitzs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz 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. 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: Dachshund or Italian Greyhound or Japanese Spitz? 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.
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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?	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: Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz?	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Japanese Spitz 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz 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 Dachshund and Italian Greyhound and Japanese Spitz have?	4-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	1-6 puppies
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Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz 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 1886 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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 Canadian 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	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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