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Name	Greek Harehound	Havanese	Harrier
Origins	Greece	Cuba	United Kingdom
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier breeds.	Greek Harehound Hellenikos Ichnilatis Hellenic Hound	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Harehound
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	38 - 44 pounds (17 - 20 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	41 pounds (19 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greek Harehound or Havanese or Harrier? Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier height comparison:	18-22 inches (45-55 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	19-21 inches (48-50 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (50 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	20 inches (49 cm)

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	Unknown	$900-$1200	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, Greek Harehound or Havanese or Harrier?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Greek Harehound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which is easiest to train?	Greek Harehound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed is most alert?	Greek Harehound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed is most protective?	Greek Harehound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier? Compare temperaments.	Active Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Lively Fearless Brave Passionate	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Greek Harehound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Harrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier?	High: Greek Harehound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier social needs comparison:	Greek Harehound dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Greek Harehound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Harrier 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?	Greek Harehound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Harrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Greek Harehound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed is most playful?	The Greek Harehound is a playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Greek Harehound breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.
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Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Greek Harehound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Greek Harehound or Havanese or Harrier?	Greek Harehound dogs handle alone time quite well.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Harrier 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.

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Greek Harehound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Greek Harehound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greek Harehound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Harrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greek Harehound: 11 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Greek Harehound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which breed is most active?	Greek Harehound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greek Harehound or Havanese or Harrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greek Harehound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greek Harehound or Havanese or Harrier?	Greek Harehound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Greek Harehound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. What colors are available?	Black & Tan	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black Tan Red White Lemon
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Greek Harehound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which drools least?	The Greek Harehound is an average drooler. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Greek Harehound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Smooth	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Thick Shiny
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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 Greek Harehound or Havanese or Harrier? Greek Harehound or Havanese or {name3 shedding:	Greek Harehound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Good With Comparison

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

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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 Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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 Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Greek Harehound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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 Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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.

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. 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.

Greek Harehound vs Havanese vs Harrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Greek Harehound, Havanese, and Harrier. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc.	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	No data available

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