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Name	Greyhound	Whippet	Borzoi
Origins	United Kingdom	England	Russia Belarus
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	156	61	102
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Greyhound	Snap Dog English Whippet	Barzoi Psovoi Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya Russian Wolfhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Which is the smallest dog, Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	Giant	Medium	Large Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Greyhound or Whippet or Whippet? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi weight comparison:	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 75-105 pounds (34-48 kg), Female: 60-90 pounds (27-41kg)
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: 90 pounds (41 kg), Female: 75 pounds (34 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi 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: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (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)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1200	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Borzoi is easier than average to get.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi 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.	Low: The Borzoi is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi trainability comparison.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Borzoi dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Borzoi dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? 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.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Borzoi dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Independent Intelligent Gentle Quiet Athletic Respectful
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.	Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Borzoi dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi?	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Borzoi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi social needs comparison:	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Borzoi 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 Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Borzoi 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.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Borzoi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi playfulness comparison:	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Borzois, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi?	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Borzoi barks none to minimal. 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 Whippet or Borzoi?	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Borzoi indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi 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.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Borzoi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	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 Whippet vs Borzoi Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi?	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Borzoi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi 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	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Anesthesia Sensitivity Osteochondrosis Dissecans Dental Problems Thyroid Disorder
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.	Average The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Borzoi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi lifespan comparison. How long do Greyhound, Whippet and Borzoi 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 Whippet: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Borzoi: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Borzoi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi energy level comparison:	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Borzoi dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.	Borzoi dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Borzoi dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	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.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Borzoi has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi coat comparison:	Fine	Fine Short Close in texture	Feathered
Colors What are the original Greyhound, Whippet and Borzoi color?	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Red Cream White Sable Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Borzoi requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Greyhound or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Borzoi dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi?	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Borzoi 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. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Borzoi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi 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.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Borzoi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi? Which dog is more friendly?	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Borzoi 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 Whippet or Borzoi?	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Borzoi dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Borzoi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Whippet or Borzoi?	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Borzoi dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi?	Yes Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Borzoi 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 Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Borzoi 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.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.	Borzois are not the best breed for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi 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 Whippet or Borzoi? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Whippet vs Borzoi?	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Borzoi 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 Whippet vs Borzoi 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 Whippet and Borzoi have?	1-12 puppies	4-8 puppies	1-11 puppies
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Greyhound vs Whippet vs Borzoi 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 1888 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1891 as a Hound 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 Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds 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 American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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	No data available

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