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Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or Csivava or Pit? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound Chihuahua American Pit Bull Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier breeds.
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Csivava
Chihuahueño
Pit
Pit Bull
Pitbull
Pitty
APBT
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 2-6 pounds (1-3 kg) 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) 4 pounds (2 kg) 50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 6-9 inches (15-23 cm) 14-24 inches (35-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) 7.5 inches (19 cm) 19 inches (47.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.
Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Stubborn
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Aggressive
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: Chihuahua 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 Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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American Pit Bull 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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Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Chihuahua 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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American Pit Bull 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 Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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 Chihuahua breed.
It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home.

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: American Pit Bull 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 Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
American Pit Bull 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 Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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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Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Chihuahua bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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.
Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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.
Rare
The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The American Pit Bull Terrier 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: Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Collapsed Trachea
Heart Murmurs
Open Fontanel
Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hypoglycemia
Shivering
Hip Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Skin Allergies

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which breed is most active?
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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 Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which needs most food?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Fawn
Chocolate
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which drools least?
The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is best with kids?
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull 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.
Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or Chihuahua or American Pit Bull Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier?
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Pit Bull 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
Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Pit Bull 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.
Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.
American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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 Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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

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

American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. 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.

Yes

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

Italian Greyhound vs Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies 5-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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 Chihuahua vs American Pit Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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 Chihuahueno section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Italian Greyhound, Chihuahua, and American Pit Bull 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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Backwoods Bulldog Club

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