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

"Find similarities and differences between Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla" Compare Great Dane and Italian Greyhound. Which is better: Great Dane or Italian Greyhound or Vizsla?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Great Dane	Italian Greyhound	Vizsla
Origins	Germany	Italy	Hungary
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	14	74	30
Reviews	14	2	8
User Ratings

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. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
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. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
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. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
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. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

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. See more.	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
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. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla social needs comparison:	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Vizsla 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?	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. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

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. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
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. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
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.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

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
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
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. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

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?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
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. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
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. See more.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
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. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
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. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

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.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To 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 Breeds That Get Along Well With 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. 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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
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. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy
Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Great Dane, Italian Greyhound, and Vizsla. What's recommended?	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.

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

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Great Dane vs Italian Greyhound vs Vizsla

Reviews