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Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or Maltapoo or Mini Foxi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound Maltipoo Miniature Fox Terrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier breeds.
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Maltapoo
Malt-A-Poo
Malte-Poo
Maltese-Poodle
MaltiPoodle
Malt-oodles
Moodle
mPoo
Multapoo
Multipoo
Multi-Poo
Maltepoo
Mini Foxi
Mini Foxie
Mini Fox Terrier
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small
Medium
Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Maltipoo or Miniature Fox Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) 11.5 inches (27 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $400-$2000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Maltipoo or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.
Average: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier? Compare temperaments.
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Active
Funny
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Companionable
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Fearless
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Maltipoo dogs are a social breed.
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Miniature Fox Terrier 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 Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Miniature Fox 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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Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Miniature Fox Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Maltipoo is a playful breed.
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The Miniature Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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 Maltipoo 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 Miniature Fox Terrier indoors.

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Miniature Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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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Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltipoo bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Miniature Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Miniature Fox Terrier: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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 average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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.
Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Miniature Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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.
Frequent
The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Miniature Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
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Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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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Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Fox Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Cream
White
Grey
Gold
Apricot
Almost all colors
Tricolor
Black & Tan
Black & White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Miniature Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which drools least?
The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Miniature Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Miniature Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fluffy
Soft
Wavy
Woolly
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Maltipoo or Miniature Fox Terrier? Italian Greyhound or Maltipoo or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal.
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Miniature Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which is best with kids?
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Miniature Fox 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.
Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or Maltipoo or Miniature Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or Maltipoo or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or Maltipoo or Miniature Fox Terrier?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Miniature Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier?
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Miniature Fox 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
Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Miniature Fox 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.
Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.
Miniature Fox Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

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

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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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, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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

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

Miniature Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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.

Not really

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

Italian Greyhound vs Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 4-6 puppies 2-3 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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 Maltipoo vs Miniature Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox Terrier. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Italian Greyhound, Maltipoo, and Miniature Fox 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
Continental Kennel Club
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
National Maltipoo Club
Maltipoo Club of America
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