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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Flatte or Hungarian Pointer or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Flat-Coated Retriever Vizsla Greyhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound breeds.
Flatte
Flattie
Flatcoat
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
English Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Flat-Coated Retriever or Vizsla or Greyhound? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound height comparison:
22-23 inches (56-58 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1200 $800-$1200 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Flat-Coated Retriever or Vizsla or Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Optimistic
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound?
High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home.
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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Flat-Coated Retriever or Vizsla or Greyhound?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Flat-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Flat-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound health problems comparison:
Cancer Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Flat-Coated Retriever or Vizsla or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Flat-Coated Retriever or Vizsla or Greyhound?
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which needs most food?
3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals. 2 to 3 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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. What colors are available?
Black
Liver
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which drools least?
The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Thick
Shiny
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Flat-Coated Retriever or Vizsla or Greyhound? Flat-Coated Retriever or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 1-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs Vizsla vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Flat-Coated Retriever, Vizsla, and Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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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