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Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Greyhound or Da Kochyano Spay or Saluki Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Greyhound Afghan Hound Saluki Greyhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound breeds.
English Greyhound Da Kochyano Spay
Eastern Greyhound
Persian Greyhound
Ogar Afgan
Sage Balochi
Tazhi Spay
Tazi
Baluchi Hound
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
30-70 pounds (14-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) 57 pounds (28 kg) 50 pounds (23 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Greyhound or Afghan Hound or Saluki Greyhound? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) 27-29 inches (69-74 cm) 24-30 inches (61-76 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) 28 inches (71.5 cm) 27 inches (68.5 cm)

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $2000-$2500 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Afghan Hound or Saluki Greyhound?
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Afghan Hound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Saluki Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low: The Afghan Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Afghan Hound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Saluki Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Afghan Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Saluki Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Afghan Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Saluki Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Aloof
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Afghan Hound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Saluki Greyhound 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: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound?
High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Afghan Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Saluki Greyhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound social needs comparison:
Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Afghan Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Saluki Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Afghan Hound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Saluki Greyhound 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?
Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Afghan Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Saluki Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Afghan Hound barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Saluki Greyhound rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Afghan Hounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Saluki Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Afghan Hound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Saluki Greyhound breed.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Afghan Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Saluki Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Afghan Hound or Saluki Greyhound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Afghan Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Saluki Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Afghan Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Saluki Greyhound 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 Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Afghan Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Saluki Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Afghan Hound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Saluki Greyhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. 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 cold weather
The Afghan Hound can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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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 Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Afghan Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Saluki Greyhound 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?
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Afghan Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Saluki Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration
Cataracts
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Afghan Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Saluki Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Afghan Hound or Saluki Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Afghan Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Saluki Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Afghan Hound or Saluki Greyhound?
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Afghan Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Saluki Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Afghan Hound has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The Saluki Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which needs most food?
Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Fawn
Golden
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Saluki Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which drools least?
The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Afghan Hound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Saluki Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Afghan Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Saluki Greyhound has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine Fine
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Greyhound or Afghan Hound or Saluki Greyhound? Greyhound or Afghan Hound or {name3 shedding:
Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Afghan Hound dogs shed moderately.
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Saluki Greyhound dogs are low shedders.
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Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. 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 Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. 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 Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Afghan Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Saluki Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. 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.

Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
1-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 1-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. 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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Greyhound vs Afghan Hound vs Saluki Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Greyhound, Afghan Hound, and Saluki Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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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