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Name	Greyhound	Silken Windhound	Giant Schnauzer
Origins	United Kingdom	United States	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Greyhound	Silken	Riesenschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Giant	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Silken Windhound? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Female: 22-45 pounds (10-20 kg), Male: 33-55 pounds (15-25 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Female: 33.5 pounds (15 kg), Male: 44 pounds (20 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	18-23.5 inches (46-60 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	18-23.5 inches (53 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Average: The Silken Windhound is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? 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. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Playful Loving Friendly Affectionate Trusting Companionable Familiar	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Silken Windhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Silken Windhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Silken Windhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Silken Windhound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Silken Windhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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.	Silken Windhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	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 Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Silken Windhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Silken Windhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Silken Windhounds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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 Silken Windhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Greyhound, Silken Windhound and Giant Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	16-20 years The average lifespan of Silken Windhound: 18 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Silken Windhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Silken Windhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 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.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Silken Windhound has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer coat comparison:	Fine	Silky	Wiry
Colors What are the original Greyhound, Silken Windhound and Giant Schnauzer color?	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Gray Tan Red White Silver Brown	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Silken Windhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Greyhound or Silken Windhound or {name3 shedding:	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Silken Windhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Silken Windhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low 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. See more.	The Silken Windhound is an average drooler. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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.	Silken Windhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Silken Windhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Yes Greyhound 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.	Yes Giant Schnauzer 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 Silken Windhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Giant Schnauzer 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.	Silken Windhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Greyhound or Silken Windhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Silken Windhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Greyhound and Silken Windhound and Giant Schnauzer have?	1-12 puppies	4-6 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Greyhound vs Silken Windhound vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	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 Working breed.
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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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	No data available	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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