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Name	Greyhound	Whippet	Swedish Vallhund
Origins	United Kingdom	England	Sweden
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	156	61	149
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Greyhound	Snap Dog English Whippet	Västgötaspets
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Which is the smallest dog, Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	Giant	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Greyhound or Whippet or Whippet? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund weight comparison:	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	30 pounds (13 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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)	12-16 inches (30-40 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)	14 inches (35 cm)

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1200	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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 to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund trainability comparison.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? 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.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Energetic Alert Friendly Fearless Watchful
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.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund?	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.	High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund social needs comparison:	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed. 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.	Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund?	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed. 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 Swedish Vallhund?	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 Swedish Vallhund indoors.
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Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	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.	Swedish Vallhund 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 Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund?	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.	Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Heart Problems Retinal Dysplasia Skin Allergies Spina Befida
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.	Frequent The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund lifespan comparison. How long do Greyhound, Whippet and Swedish Vallhund 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	12-14 years The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund?	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 Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund energy level comparison:	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.	Swedish Vallhund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Swedish Vallhund dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	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.	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund coat comparison:	Fine	Fine Short Close in texture	Thick
Colors What are the original Greyhound, Whippet and Swedish Vallhund color?	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Gray Red Blue White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Greyhound or Whippet or {name3 shedding:	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	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 Swedish Vallhund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund?	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Vallhund 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 Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund? Which dog is more friendly?	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Whippet or Swedish Vallhund?	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund?	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 Swedish Vallhund 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.	Yes Swedish Vallhund is one of the best dog breeds 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.	Swedish Vallhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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 Swedish Vallhund? 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 Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund?	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 Swedish Vallhund 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 Swedish Vallhund 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 Swedish Vallhund have?	1-12 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Greyhound vs Whippet vs Swedish Vallhund 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 2007 as a Herding 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders 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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. New Zealand Kennel Club

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