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Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: German: Italienisches Windspiel or Snap Dog or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Italian Greyhound Whippet Greyhound
OriginsItaly flagItaly England flagEngland United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Group Companion Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting 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
Snap Dog
English Whippet
English Greyhound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound?
Small Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Whippet? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound weight comparison:
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (4 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound height comparison:
12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1200 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound 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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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 Whippet vs Greyhound trainability comparison.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound?
Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? 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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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
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: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound?
High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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 Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound playfulness comparison:
Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound?
Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound?
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 Whippet breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound 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.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Greyhound 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 Whippet or Greyhound?
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 Whippet vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound 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 Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound?
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Greyhound 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 Whippet vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration
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 Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Italian Greyhound, Whippet and Greyhound 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 Whippet: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound energy level comparison:
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound?
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 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 Whippet vs Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound coat comparison:
Fine Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fine
Colors
What are the original Italian Greyhound, Whippet and Greyhound color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound? Italian Greyhound or Whippet or {name3 shedding:
Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Italian Greyhound or Whippet or Greyhound?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound 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 Whippet vs Greyhound?

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound 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 Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound 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 Whippet or Greyhound? 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 Whippet vs Greyhound?

Not really

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

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

Greyhound 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 Whippet vs Greyhound 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 Whippet and Greyhound have?
2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies 1-12 puppies

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound 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 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
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 Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds 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.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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

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