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Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Hungarian Agar or English Greyhound or Galgo? Find the right dog for you

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Name Hungarian Greyhound Greyhound Spanish Greyhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound breeds.
Hungarian Agar
Hungarian Gazehound
Hungarian Sighthound
Magyar Agar
Hungarian Greyhound
English Greyhound Galgo
Spanish Galgo
Spanish Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Large Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 58 pounds (26 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 50.5 pounds (23 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound? Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound height comparison:
Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$800 $500-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound?
Average: The Hungarian Greyhound is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Hungarian Greyhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are good watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Intelligent
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Tireless
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Affectionate
Gentle
Quiet
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Spanish Greyhound 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: Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound?
High: Hungarian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Spanish Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound social needs comparison:
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Hungarian Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Hungarian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Hungarian Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Spanish Greyhound breed.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Spanish Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs handle alone time quite well.
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.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Hungarian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spanish Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Hungarian Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Hungarian Greyhound: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Hungarian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Spanish Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound health problems comparison:
No data available 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
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Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Spanish Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Hungarian Greyhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. What colors are available?
Cream
White
Brindle
Spotted
Speckled
Merle
White & Brown
Black & White
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Red
White
Yellow
Cinnamon
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Hungarian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which drools least?
The Hungarian Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Spanish Greyhound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Hungarian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Rough
Thick
Fine Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound? Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are low shedders.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Hungarian Greyhound or Greyhound or Spanish Greyhound?
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound?
Yes
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Spanish Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Hungarian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spanish Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Hungarian Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Spanish Greyhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Spanish Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has most military use?

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.

Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 1-12 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. What's recommended?

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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Hungarian Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Spanish Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Hungarian Greyhound, Greyhound, and Spanish Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
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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