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Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or American Gentlemen or Aberdeenie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound Boston Terrier Scottish Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier breeds.
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
American Gentlemen
Boston Bull Terrier
Boxwood
Boston Bull
Aberdeenie
Scottie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 10-25 pounds (6-11kg) 19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) 17.5 pounds (8.5 kg) 21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Boston Terrier or Scottish Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 15-17 inches (38-43 cm) 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) 16 inches (40.5 cm) 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Boston Terrier or Scottish Terrier?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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 Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which is easiest to train?
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Boston Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which breed is most alert?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Boston Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which breed is most protective?
Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Boston Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Boston Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Boston Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Boston Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Boston Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Scottish Terrier 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?
Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Boston Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Scottish Terrier 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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Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Boston Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Italian Greyhound or Boston Terrier or Scottish Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Boston Terrier 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.
Scottish Terrier 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.

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Scottish Terrier 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: Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Deafness
Cherry Eye
Brain Tumors
Megaesophagus
Reverse Sneezing
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which breed is most active?
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Boston Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Italian Greyhound or Boston Terrier or Scottish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Boston Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Italian Greyhound or Boston Terrier or Scottish Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Boston Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which needs most food?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 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 a day.

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
White
Brindle
Seal
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which drools least?
The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine Wiry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Boston Terrier or Scottish Terrier? Italian Greyhound or Boston Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Boston Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. 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 Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. 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 Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. 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 Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. 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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Italian Greyhound vs Boston Terrier vs Scottish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Italian Greyhound, Boston Terrier, and Scottish Terrier. Which has most recognition?
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
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry
Club Espanol De Terriers

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