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Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Greyhound or Springer Spaniel or Merry Cocker Woker? Find the right dog for you

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Name Greyhound English Springer Spaniel English Cocker Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Greyhound Springer Spaniel Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Giant Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:
Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 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: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$500-$800 $700-$800 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison.
Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? 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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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
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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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel?
High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:
Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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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 English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel 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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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel playfulness comparison:
Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel?
Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Springer Spaniel 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.
English Cocker Spaniel 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.

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel?
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel 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
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
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.
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Greyhound, English Springer Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel energy level comparison:
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:
Fine Feathered Feathered
Colors
What are the original Greyhound, English Springer Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel?

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high 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 English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel?
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel?
Yes
Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel 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
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Cocker Spaniel 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.
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel?

Not really

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

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes 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 English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and English Cocker Spaniel have?
1-12 puppies 4-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

Greyhound vs English Springer Spaniel vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
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
American Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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