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Name	Doberman Pinscher	Saluki	Scottish Deerhound
Origins	Germany	Fertile Crescent	Scotland
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	Deerhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Which is the smallest dog, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	Medium	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Saluki? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound weight comparison:	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	30 inches (76 cm)

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound intelligence:	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound trainability comparison.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? 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. See more.	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Dignified Friendly Docile Gentle Polite Still
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. See more.	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Scottish Deerhound 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: Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound?	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound social needs comparison:	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound playfulness comparison:	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound?	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound 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.	Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	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.	Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	No data available	Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Factor Vii Deficiency Drug Sensitivity Cystinuria Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy
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 Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound lifespan comparison. How long do Doberman Pinscher, Saluki and Scottish Deerhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound coat comparison:	Fine	Smooth	Wiry
Colors What are the original Doberman Pinscher, Saluki and Scottish Deerhound color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	Gray Blue Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or {name3 shedding:	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Scottish Deerhound 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: Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound?	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Deerhound 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. See more.	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound?	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound?	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Saluki dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scottish Deerhound 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 Saluki is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.	Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound 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: Doberman Pinscher or Saluki or Scottish Deerhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound?	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scottish Deerhound 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	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 Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound 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 Doberman Pinscher and Saluki and Scottish Deerhound have?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Doberman Pinscher vs Saluki vs Scottish Deerhound 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 1929 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
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 Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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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