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Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla or Snap Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet breeds.
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla
Drótszőrű magyar vizsla
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Wirehaired Vizsla or Whippet? Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (57-64 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (53-60 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (60.5 cm), Female: 21-23.5 inches (56.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$2000 $800-$1000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Wirehaired Vizsla or Whippet?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Wirehaired Vizsla is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which breed ranks highest?
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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 Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which is easiest to train?
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which breed is most alert?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are good watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which breed is most protective?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Going
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Whippet 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: Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Golden 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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Wirehaired 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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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Wirehaired Vizsla or Whippet?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs handle alone time quite well.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which has lowest bite risk?

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which uses mouth most during play?
Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet 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 Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Vizsla: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Wirehaired Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Whippet 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 Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Wirehaired Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Eye Infections
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which breed is most active?
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Wirehaired Vizsla or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Wirehaired Vizsla or Whippet?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. What colors are available?
Golden
Light
Golden
Russet
Reddish-Brown
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Wirehaired Vizsla doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which drools least?
The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Wirehaired Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Wiry Fine
Short
Close in texture
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which requires most frequent baths?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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8-12 weeks
Very 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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Wirehaired Vizsla or Whippet? Golden Retriever or Wirehaired Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Vizsla dogs shed none to minimal.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Good With Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which is best suited for service work?

Yes

This breed makes good 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 Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

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

Not really

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Wirehaired Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. 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 Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. 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.

Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?
5-10 puppies 6-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. 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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Golden Retriever vs Wirehaired Vizsla vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. 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 Golden Retriever, Wirehaired Vizsla, and Whippet. 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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Rare Breed Association
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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

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