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Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Greyhound or Bedlington Whippet or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds.
English Greyhound No data available Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Medium Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Greyhound or Bedlington Whippet or German Shorthaired Pointer? Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:
Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$500-$800 $800-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Bedlington Whippet or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Bedlington Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is easiest to train?
Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Bedlington Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most alert?
Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bedlington Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most protective?
Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bedlington Whippet dogs are average defenders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Bedlington Whippet dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:
Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bedlington Whippet dogs are a social breed.
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German Shorthaired Pointer 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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The wanderlust potential of the Bedlington Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shorthaired Pointer 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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Bedlington Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Bedlington Whippet rarely barks.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Bedlington Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Bedlington Whippet breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bedlington Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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Bedlington Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer 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, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bedlington Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed lives longest?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Bedlington Whippet: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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 Bedlington Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
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 Bedlington Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Bedlington Whippet has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Liver
Sandy
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Bedlington Whippet requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which drools least?
The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Bedlington Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bedlington Whippet has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine
Curly
Short
Close in texture
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Bedlington Whippet or German Shorthaired Pointer? Greyhound or Bedlington Whippet or {name3 shedding:
Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bedlington Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best with kids?
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bedlington Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are 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.
Bedlington Whippet dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Bedlington Whippet or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Bedlington Whippet dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Bedlington Whippet or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Bedlington Whippet dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Bedlington Whippet or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bedlington Whippet dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Yes
Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bedlington Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer 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
Bedlington Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
Bedlington Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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

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

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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 Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most puppies?
1-12 puppies 3-6 puppies 7-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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 Bedlington Whippet vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Greyhound, Bedlington Whippet, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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
No data available American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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