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Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or Chien Loup or Landseer Newfoundland? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound Keeshond Landseer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Chien Loup
Deutscher Wolfsspitz
Kees
Smiling Dutchman
Wolfsspitz
Dutch Barge Dog
Barge Dog
Landseer Newfoundland
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Which is the smallest dog, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
Small Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Keeshond? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer weight comparison:
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 35-45 pounds (15-20 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) 40 pounds (17.5 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (44-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 cm) Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (72-80 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (67-72 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 18 inches (46 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm) Male: 28.5-31.5 inches (76 cm), Female: 26.5-28.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $2000-$2500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Keeshond is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Keeshond is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Trainability
Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer trainability comparison.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Keeshond dogs are quite easy to train.
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Landseer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Keeshond dogs are good watchdogs.
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Landseer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Keeshond dogs are average defenders.
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Landseer dogs are average defenders.
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Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Playful
Agile
Intelligent
Obedient
Quick
Bright
Sturdy
Playful
Loving
Courageous
Intelligent
Patient
Generous
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: Keeshond 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 Keeshond vs Landseer?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Keeshond dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Landseer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Keeshond dogs are a social breed.
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Landseer 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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Keeshond dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Landseer 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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Keeshond 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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Landseer 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 Keeshond vs Landseer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer playfulness comparison:
Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Keeshonds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Landseer is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer?
Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Keeshond is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Landseer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
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.
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 Keeshond indoors.
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 Landseer indoors.

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Keeshond dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Landseer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Keeshond 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.
Landseer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Keeshond bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Landseer bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Keeshond has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Landseer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer mouthiness comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Keeshond dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Landseer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer?
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Keeshond is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Landseer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems
Skin Diseases
Kneecap dislocations
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Bloat
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Cystine Urolithiasis
Obesity
Cystinuria
Megaesophagus
Heatstroke
Acquired Depigmentation
Callus Dermatitis
Sub-Aortic Stenosis (SAS)
Veterinarian Visits
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 Keeshond should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Landseer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer lifespan comparison. How long do Italian Greyhound, Keeshond and Landseer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Keeshond: 13 years
9-11 years
The average lifespan of Landseer: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers cold weather
The Keeshond can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Landseer can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Keeshond's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Landseer breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer coat comparison:
Fine Fluffy
Dense
Dense
Colors
What are the original Italian Greyhound, Keeshond and Landseer color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Gray
Cream
Silver
Black
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Keeshond requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Landseer requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Keeshond dogs are heavy shedders.
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Landseer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. No See more. No See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Keeshond has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Landseer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Keeshond is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Landseer is an average drooler.
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Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Keeshond dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Landseer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Which dog is more friendly?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Keeshond dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Keeshond dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Keeshond dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Keeshond dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Landseer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer?
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Keeshond dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Landseer 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
Keeshond is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Landseer 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.
Keeshonds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Landseers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Italian Greyhound or Keeshond or Landseer? Which is better for autism?

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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

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 and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer?

Not really

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

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

Landseer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

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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Fighting Dog / Military 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.

Not really

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

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Italian Greyhound and Keeshond and Landseer have?
2-4 puppies 3-8 puppies 4-10 puppies

Italian Greyhound vs Keeshond vs Landseer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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 Pet Registry, Inc.
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