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Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or German: Italienisches Windspiel or Hungarian Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Great Dane Italian Greyhound Vizsla
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla breeds.
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Small Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or Vizsla? Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $800-$1000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is easiest to train?
Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most alert?
Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most protective?
Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Italian Greyhound 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Italian Greyhound 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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Social Needs
Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Great Dane 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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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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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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Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most playful?
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Italian Greyhound indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Great Dane 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.
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.

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed lives longest?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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 Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has fewer health issues?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most active?
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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.

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which drools least?
The Great Dane 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 Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Fine Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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 Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or Vizsla? Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

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

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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 Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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 Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

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 Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has most military use?

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.

Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has most puppies?
10-15 puppies 2-4 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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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Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. How are they classified internationally?
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. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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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