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Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or Staff or Barbone? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound Staffordshire Bull Terrier Toy Poodle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Barbone
Pudle
Teacup Poodle
Teddy Poodle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle weight comparison:
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg) Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg) Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1500-$2000 $1000-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle trainability comparison.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? 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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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
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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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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Toy Poodle 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle playfulness comparison:
Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Toy Poodle is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle?
Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Toy Poodle 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Toy Poodle dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.
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.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle?
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Toy Poodle 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Heart Murmurs
Slipped Stifle
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Skin Allergies
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Italian Greyhound, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Toy Poodle 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
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. 1/4 to 1 cup 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle coat comparison:
Fine Smooth Dense
Curly
Thick
Colors
What are the original Italian Greyhound, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Toy Poodle color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle 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.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Greyhound or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle?
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Toy Poodle 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
Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Toy Poodle 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.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Toy Poodle? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle?

Not really

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Toy Poodle 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.

Yes

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

Not really

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

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Toy Poodle have?
2-4 puppies 5-7 puppies 2-4 puppies

Italian Greyhound vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Toy Poodle 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 1974 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 Bull type 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
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
Dog Registry of America Inc.

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