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Name	Italian Greyhound	Norwich Terrier	Puggle
Origins	Italy	United Kingdom	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane	Cantab Terrier Jones Terrier Prick-Eared Norwich Terrier Trumpington Terrier	Beagle-Pug
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which is the smallest dog, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Norwich Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle weight comparison:	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	10-12 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	15-40 pounds (7-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	8 pounds (4 kg)	11 pounds (4.5-5.5 kg)	27.5 pounds (12.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle height comparison:	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1400-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Norwich Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Puggle is easier than average to get.

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Norwich Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle trainability comparison.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Puggle dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? 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. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Puggle dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle behavior/temperament comparison:	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal Social Cheerful
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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Puggle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Norwich Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Puggle dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle social needs comparison:	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Puggle dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Norwich Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Puggle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Norwich 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. See more.	Puggle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle playfulness comparison:	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Puggle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Norwich Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Puggle barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Norwich Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Puggle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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.	Norwich Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Puggle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Norwich Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Puggle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Norwich Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Puggle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle mouthiness comparison:	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Puggle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?	The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Norwich Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Puggles are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Cherry Eye Distichiasis Obesity
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.	Frequent The Norwich Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Puggle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle lifespan comparison. How long do Italian Greyhound, Norwich Terrier and Puggle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Norwich Terrier: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Puggle: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Norwich Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Norwich Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Puggle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry Soft	Smooth Straight
Colors What are the original Italian Greyhound, Norwich Terrier and Puggle color?	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red Grizzle Wheaten	Black Tan Red White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Norwich Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Puggle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Norwich Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Puggle dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Norwich Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Puggle has a low 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. See more.	The Norwich Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Puggle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Norwich Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Puggle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which dog is more friendly?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Norwich Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Puggle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Puggle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Norwich Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Puggle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle?	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Norwich Terrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Puggle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?	Yes Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Norwich Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Puggle dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Norwich Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Puggle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.	Norwich Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Puggles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Italian Greyhound or Norwich Terrier or Puggle? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle?	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Norwich Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Puggle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Italian Greyhound and Norwich Terrier and Puggle have?	2-4 puppies	1-3 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Italian Greyhound vs Norwich Terrier vs Puggle 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 1936 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	No data available	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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