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Name	Estrela Mountain Dog	Greyhound	Jämthund
Origins	Portugal	United Kingdom	Sweden
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cao da Serra da Estrela Portuguese Shepherd	English Greyhound	Swedish Elkhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Which is the smallest dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	Giant	Giant	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Greyhound? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund weight comparison:	Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund height comparison:	Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	22–26 inches (57–65 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	24 inches (61 cm)

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$500-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Average: The Jämthund is a commonly available dog breed.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund intelligence:	Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Jämthund is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund trainability comparison.	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jämthund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Jämthund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Jämthund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Dignified Protective Alert Loyal Keen Suspicious	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Active Independent Energetic Loyal Calm Daring
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: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Jämthund dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund?	Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Jämthund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund social needs comparison:	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Jämthund dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Jämthund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Jämthund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund playfulness comparison:	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Jämthund is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund?	A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Jämthund 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 Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jämthund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Jämthund dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	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.	Jämthund dogs handle alone time quite well.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Jämthunds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration	Hip Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Skin Allergies Obesity Liver Issues Hearing Issues
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Estrela Mountain Dog 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.	Rare The Jämthund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund lifespan comparison. How long do Estrela Mountain Dog, Greyhound and Jämthund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Jämthund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund?	Prefers cold weather The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Jämthund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund energy level comparison:	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Jämthund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Jämthund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Jämthund dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	6 to 8 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Jämthund has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund coat comparison:	Wavy Thick Coarse	Fine	Fluffy Thick Luxurious
Colors What are the original Estrela Mountain Dog, Greyhound and Jämthund color?	Fawn Yellow Wolf Gray	Black Gray Red Blue White	Grey Dark Grey Light Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund grooming comparison:	Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Jämthund requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jämthund 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: Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund?	Medium ⏺ The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jämthund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jämthund 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.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Jämthund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Which dog is more friendly?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are not the most 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 Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund?	Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Jämthund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund?	Yes Estrela Mountain Dog 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 Jämthund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jämthund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Jämthunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund 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: Estrela Mountain Dog or Greyhound or Jämthund? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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?	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: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund?	Not really Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jämthund 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?	Yes 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.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund 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 Estrela Mountain Dog and Greyhound and Jämthund have?	7-8 puppies	1-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Greyhound vs Jämthund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available

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