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Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Greyhound or Cirneco or Silken? Find the right dog for you

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Name Greyhound Cirneco dell’Etna Silken Windhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Greyhound Cirneco Silken
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Which is the smallest dog, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Giant Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Cirneco dell’Etna? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound weight comparison:
Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Male: 22–26 pounds (10–12 kg), Female: 18–22 pounds (8–10 kg) Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 20 pounds (9 kg) Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound height comparison:
Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) Male: 18–20 inch (46–52 cm), Female: 17–20 inch (42–50 cm) 18-23.5 inches (46-60 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 inch (49 cm), Female: 18.5 inch (46 cm) 18-23.5 inches (53 cm)

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Which is more expensive?
$500-$800 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Cirneco dell’Etna is easier than average to get.
Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Trainability
Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound trainability comparison.
Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are easy to train.
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Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are average watchdogs.
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Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Playful
Loving
Friendly
Affectionate
Trusting
Companionable
Familiar
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: Cirneco dell’Etna 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound?
High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound social needs comparison:
Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are a social breed.
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Silken Windhound 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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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Silken Windhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound playfulness comparison:
Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Cirneco dell’Etnas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound?
Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Cirneco dell’Etna rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cirneco dell’Etna breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Cirneco dell’Etna 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 Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cirneco dell’Etna bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Silken Windhound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cirneco dell’Etna has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Silken Windhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound mouthiness comparison:
Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Silken Windhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound?
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cirneco dell’Etnas tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound 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
No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Cirneco dell’Etna should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Silken Windhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound lifespan comparison. How long do Greyhound, Cirneco dell’Etna and Silken Windhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cirneco dell’Etna: 13 years
16-20 years
The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Silken Windhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound energy level comparison:
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Silken Windhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Silken Windhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Silken Windhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
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 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Cirneco dell’Etna has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics.
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Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound coat comparison:
Fine Fine Silky
Colors
What are the original Greyhound, Cirneco dell’Etna and Silken Windhound color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Chestnut
Tan
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Cirneco dell’Etna doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or {name3 shedding:
Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Cirneco dell’Etna dogs shed none to minimal.
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Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound?

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cirneco dell’Etna has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Cirneco dell’Etna is an average drooler.
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The Silken Windhound is an average drooler.
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Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are generally with other pets.
Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound?
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound?
Yes
Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cirneco dell’Etna dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Silken Windhound 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
Cirneco dell’Etna is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Silken Windhound 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.
Cirneco dell’Etnas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Silken Windhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Greyhound or Cirneco dell’Etna or Silken Windhound? Which is better for autism?

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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound?

Not really

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

Cirneco dell’Etna breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

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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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Greyhound and Cirneco dell’Etna and Silken Windhound have?
1-12 puppies 3-5 puppies 4-6 puppies

Greyhound vs Cirneco dell’Etna vs Silken Windhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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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