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Compare Doberman Pinscher and Greyhound. Which is better: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla?
Name | Doberman Pinscher | Greyhound | Vizsla |
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Origins | Germany | United Kingdom | Hungary |
Group | Working Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Gun Dog |
Popularity Rank | 16 | 156 | 30 |
Reviews | 16 | 1 | 8 |
User Ratings |
Other Names
What other names do they have? |
Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie | English Greyhound |
Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla |
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla breed type comparison: | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison
Size
Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Medium | Giant | Large |
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Weight
Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Greyhound? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla weight comparison: | Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) | Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) | Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) | Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) | Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla height comparison: | Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) | Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) | Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) | Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) | Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison
Price
Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Which is more expensive? | $800-$1000 | $500-$800 | $800-$1200 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get. | Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla intelligence: | Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. |
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Trainability
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla trainability comparison. | Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. | Greyhound dogs are easy to train. | Vizsla dogs are easy to train. |
Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. | Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. |
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla?
Which dog is most likely to protect its owner?
Which is the best dog to use for protection? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. | Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Vizsla dogs are average defenders. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison
Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison: |
Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless |
Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic |
Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? | High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla social needs comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. | Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. | Vizsla dogs are a social breed. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Their prey drive is low. | Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Playfulness
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla playfulness comparison: | Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. | Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. |
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? | Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. | Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. | Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. |
Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed. | Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog? | Doberman Pinscher 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. | Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | 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. | Vizsla 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary. | Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary. |
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Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison: | Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody. |
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla mouthiness comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison
Health Issues
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs. | The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The Vizsla 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla health problems comparison: | Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy |
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 Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis |
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Rare The Doberman Pinscher 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. |
Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Life Expectancy
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Greyhound and Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years |
9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years |
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Level
Who has more energy a Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla?
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla energy level comparison: | Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs. | Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal. | Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot. | Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | 5 to 6 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. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla weight gain potential comparison: | Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. | Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla coat comparison: | Fine | Fine |
Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat |
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Colors
What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Greyhound and Vizsla color? |
Black Tan Red Blue White Brown |
Black Gray Red Blue White | Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold |
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla grooming comparison: | Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or {name3 shedding: | Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. | Greyhound dogs shed moderately. | Vizsla dogs shed moderately. |
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. |
Hypoallergenic
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? | Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell. |
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? | 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. | The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Good With Comparison
Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets. | Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets. |
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Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs. | Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats. | Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? | Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? |
Yes Doberman Pinscher 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 Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people. | Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people. | Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla 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. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Doberman Pinscher or Greyhound or Vizsla? Which is better for autism? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
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: Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla? | Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. |
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. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Fighting Dog / Military Dog | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | 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. |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison
Gestation Length | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
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Litter Frequency | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Litter Size
How many puppies can Doberman Pinscher and Greyhound and Vizsla have? | 6-10 puppies | 1-12 puppies | 6-8 puppies |
Doberman Pinscher vs Greyhound vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison
AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. |
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FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI? | Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. | Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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 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 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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