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Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or Merry Cocker Woker or Labradoodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound English Cocker Spaniel Labradoodle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle breeds.
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) 50-64 pounds (22-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Labradoodle? Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $900-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Labradoodle?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Labradoodle is easier than average to get.

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Labradoodle dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which is easiest to train?
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Labradoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most alert?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Labradoodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most protective?
Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Labradoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle? Compare temperaments.
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
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: English Cocker Spaniel 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Labradoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Labradoodle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Labradoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Labradoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labradoodle barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Labradoodle is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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 English Cocker Spaniel breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Labradoodle indoors.

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed is most flexible?
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labradoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Labradoodle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Labradoodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labradoodle 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 Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labradoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Labradoodle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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 average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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 Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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 English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Labradoodles 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 English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Labradoodle 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Diabetes Mellitus

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Labradoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which needs most food?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Blue
Cream
Silver
Chocolate
Gold
Apricot
Caramel
Chalky white
Café
Parchment
They can also have parti-colored coats, which consist of brindles, phantom, patched, or sable colors.
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Labradoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which drools least?
The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Labradoodle is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Labradoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Feathered Fine
Variety of coat types
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Labradoodle? Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Labradoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which is best with kids?
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Labradoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Labradoodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labradoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Labradoodle?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or English Cocker Spaniel or Labradoodle?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labradoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle?
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Labradoodle 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
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labradoodle 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.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Labradoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Labradoodle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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.

Italian Greyhound vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Labradoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Italian Greyhound, English Cocker Spaniel, and Labradoodle. 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
Canadian Canine Registry
Australian Labradoodle Association
International Australian Labradoodle Association

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