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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Comparison – Which dog is better Istarski Kratkodlaki Gonic or Greek Harehound?

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Name Istrian Shorthaired Hound Greek Harehound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound. What other names are these breeds known by?
Istarski Kratkodlaki Gonic Greek Harehound
Hellenikos Ichnilatis
Hellenic Hound
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Greek Harehound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Greek Harehound. Which breed is heavier?
35-40 pounds (16-18 kg) 38 - 44 pounds (17 - 20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
37.5 pounds (17 kg) 41 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound? Is an Istrian Shorthaired Hound taller than a Greek Harehound?
18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 18-22 inches (45-55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
19 inch (48.5 cm) 20 inches (50 cm)

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Greek Harehound. Which breed costs more?
$900-$1000 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound?
Average: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Smart: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Greek Harehound dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare training requirements.
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are very easy to train.
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Greek Harehound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare alertness levels.
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greek Harehound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare territorial behaviors.
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are average defenders.
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Greek Harehound dogs are average defenders.
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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Greek Harehound. How do their temperaments differ?
Obedient
Devoted
Outright
Calm
Active
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Fearless
Brave
Passionate
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Greek Harehound 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: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound?
Average to High: Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Greek Harehound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound social needs comparison:
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greek Harehound dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound?
The wanderlust potential of the Istrian Shorthaired Hound is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Greek Harehound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound? Which can be better for hunting?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greek Harehound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare vocalization tendencies.
A lot: Istrian Shorthaired Hound is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Greek Harehound barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare play drive and energy.
Istrian Shorthaired Hounds don't really like playing.
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The Greek Harehound is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Istrian Shorthaired Hound breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Greek Harehound breed in the home.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare adaptability levels.
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Greek Harehound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Greek Harehound dogs handle alone time quite well.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Istrian Shorthaired Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Greek Harehound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Greek Harehound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Istrian Shorthaired Hound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Greek Harehound bite force: Ordinary.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare average lifespans.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Istrian Shorthaired Hound: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Greek Harehound: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare climate tolerances.
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 common health issues between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Greek Harehound. Which breed is healthier?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound?
Rare
The Istrian Shorthaired Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Greek Harehound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound health problems comparison:
No data available No data available

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare activity levels.
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greek Harehound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Greek Harehound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Greek Harehound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare obesity risks.
Low to Average: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Greek Harehound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare daily food needs.
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare allergy friendliness.
No See more. No See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound? Compare breed colors.
White & Red-Orange Black & Tan
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Istrian Shorthaired Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Greek Harehound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare drooling amounts.
The Istrian Shorthaired Hound is an average drooler.
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The Greek Harehound is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Istrian Shorthaired Hound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greek Harehound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Greek Harehound? Compare fur types.
Flat Dense
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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 Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound? Do Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs shed more than Greek Harehound dogs?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are low shedders.
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Greek Harehound dogs shed moderately.
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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare kid-friendliness.
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Greek Harehound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound? Which dog is more friendly?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Greek Harehound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Istrian Shorthaired Hound or Greek Harehound? Can an Istrian Shorthaired Hound and a Greek Harehound be friends? Do Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs get along with Greek Harehound dogs?
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound?
No
Istrian Shorthaired Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Greek Harehound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Istrian Shorthaired Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greek Harehound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Istrian Shorthaired Hounds are not the best breed for elderly people.
Greek Harehounds are commonly okay with elderly people.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare scenting abilities.

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
Which is better for search and rescue: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare SAR abilities.

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
Which is better on boats: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Istrian Shorthaired Hound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Greek Harehound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: an Istrian Shorthaired Hound or a Greek Harehound? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound. Which has larger litters?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Istrian Shorthaired Hound vs Greek Harehound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound. Which groups do they belong to?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound. Which groups are they in?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Istrian Shorthaired Hound and Greek Harehound. Which is more widely recognized?
No data available American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.

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