Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Comparison – Which dog is better Greek Harehound or English Pointer?

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Name	Greek Harehound	English Pointer
Origins	Greece	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Greek Harehound and English Pointer. What other names are these breeds known by?	Greek Harehound Hellenikos Ichnilatis Hellenic Hound	English Pointer
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Greek Harehound and an English Pointer. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Greek Harehound and an English Pointer. Which breed is heavier?	38 - 44 pounds (17 - 20 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	41 pounds (19 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greek Harehound or English Pointer? Is a Greek Harehound taller than an English Pointer?	18-22 inches (45-55 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (50 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Greek Harehound and an English Pointer. Which breed costs more?	Unknown	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Greek Harehound or English Pointer?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare training requirements.	Greek Harehound dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare alertness levels.	Greek Harehound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare territorial behaviors.	Greek Harehound dogs are average defenders. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Greek Harehound and an English Pointer. How do their temperaments differ?	Active Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Lively Fearless Brave Passionate	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Greek Harehound vs English Pointer?	Sensitive: Greek Harehound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greek Harehound vs English Pointer?	High: Greek Harehound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Greek Harehound vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	Greek Harehound dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Greek Harehound vs English Pointer?	The wanderlust potential of the Greek Harehound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	English Pointer 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? What's the difference between Greek Harehound vs English Pointer? Which can be better for hunting?	Greek Harehound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Greek Harehound barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare play drive and energy.	The Greek Harehound is a playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Greek Harehound breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Greek Harehound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Greek Harehound or English Pointer?	Greek Harehound 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.

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Greek Harehound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Greek Harehound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greek Harehound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greek Harehound: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Greek Harehound and an English Pointer. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	English Pointers 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: Greek Harehound vs English Pointer?	Rare The Greek Harehound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greek Harehound vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greek Harehound vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare activity levels.	Greek Harehound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greek Harehound vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greek Harehound or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greek Harehound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greek Harehound or English Pointer?	Greek Harehound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Greek Harehound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare daily food needs.	1.5 to 2.5 cups 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

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Greek Harehound and English Pointer? Compare breed colors.	Black & Tan	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Greek Harehound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare drooling amounts.	The Greek Harehound is an average drooler. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Greek Harehound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Greek Harehound and an English Pointer? Compare fur types.	Dense Smooth	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greek Harehound or English Pointer? Do Greek Harehound dogs shed more than English Pointer dogs?	Greek Harehound dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare kid-friendliness.	Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Greek Harehound dogs are generally with other pets.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greek Harehound or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Greek Harehound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greek Harehound or English Pointer?	Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greek Harehound or English Pointer? Can a Greek Harehound and an English Pointer be friends? Do Greek Harehound dogs get along with English Pointer dogs?	Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Greek Harehound vs English Pointer?	Yes Greek Harehound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer 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 English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Greek Harehounds are commonly okay with elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Greek Harehound vs English Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare therapy capabilities.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Greek Harehound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Greek Harehound or an English Pointer? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Greek Harehound and English Pointer. Which has stronger military background?	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 English Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Greek Harehound and English Pointer. Which has larger litters?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Greek Harehound and English Pointer breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Greek Harehound and English Pointer. Which needs longer recovery?	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 English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Greek Harehound and English Pointer. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Greek Harehound and English Pointer. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Greek Harehound and English Pointer. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc.	No data available

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