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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
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound breeds.
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Snap Dog
English Whippet
English Greyhound
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
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 Range
Compare puppy costs for Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$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

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
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 Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
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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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
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

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
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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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
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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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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 Whippet breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
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.
Alone Time Tolerance
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 Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

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.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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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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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite?

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.

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
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
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which needs most food?
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.

Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
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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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which drools 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

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.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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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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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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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Italian Greyhound vs Whippet vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which is best with kids?
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
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.
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 Capability
Compare service dog potential between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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

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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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 Whippet vs Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies 1-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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 Whippet vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. How are they classified?
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 Classification
Compare FCI groups for Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Italian Greyhound, Whippet, and Greyhound. 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
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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