Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Comparison – Which dog is better Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound?

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Name	Italian Whippet Greyhound	Saluki Greyhound
Origins	England Italy	England Fertile Crescent
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Group	Designer Dogs	Designer Dogs
Popularity Rank	1559	1891
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	No data available	No data available
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Italian Whippet Greyhound and a Saluki Greyhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Small Medium	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Italian Whippet Greyhound and a Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is heavier?	10-40 pounds (5-20 kg)	30-70 pounds (14-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25 pounds (11 kg)	50 pounds (23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound? Is an Italian Whippet Greyhound taller than a Saluki Greyhound?	15-20 inches (38-51 cm)	24-30 inches (61-76 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	27 inches (68.5 cm)

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Italian Whippet Greyhound and a Saluki Greyhound. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Italian Whippet Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Saluki Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare training requirements.	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Saluki Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare alertness levels.	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Saluki Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Saluki Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Italian Whippet Greyhound and a Saluki Greyhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Agile Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet Athletic Mischievous	Aloof Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic Reserved
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound?	Sensitive: Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Saluki Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound?	Average to High: Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Saluki Greyhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound social needs comparison:	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Saluki Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound?	The wanderlust potential of the Italian Whippet Greyhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Saluki Greyhound 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? What's the difference between Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Saluki Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Italian Whippet Greyhound rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki Greyhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Italian Whippet Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Saluki Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare living space needs.	Apartment-friendly dog the Italian Whippet Greyhound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki Greyhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare adaptability levels.	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Saluki Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki 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.

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Italian Whippet Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Saluki Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Saluki Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Italian Whippet Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare average lifespans.	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Whippet Greyhound: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki Greyhound: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Italian Whippet Greyhound and a Saluki Greyhound. Which breed is healthier?	The Italian Whippet Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Saluki Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound?	Average The Italian Whippet Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Saluki Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Eye Problems Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Thyroid Problems Addison's Disease Alopecia	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 Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare activity levels.	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Saluki Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Saluki Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Saluki Greyhound 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 Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Italian Whippet Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Brown Fawn Yellow	Black Gray Tan Red Blue Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Italian Whippet Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Saluki Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Italian Whippet Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Saluki Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Italian Whippet Greyhound has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Saluki Greyhound has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Italian Whippet Greyhound and a Saluki Greyhound? Compare fur types.	Fine Short Close in texture	Fine Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound? Do Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs shed more than Saluki Greyhound dogs?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are low shedders. See more.	Saluki Greyhound dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Saluki Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Saluki Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Saluki Greyhound dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Saluki Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Italian Whippet Greyhound or Saluki Greyhound? Can an Italian Whippet Greyhound and a Saluki Greyhound be friends? Do Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs get along with Saluki Greyhound dogs?	Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Saluki Greyhound dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound?	Yes Italian Whippet Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Saluki Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Italian Whippet Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Saluki Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Italian Whippet Greyhounds are commonly okay with elderly people.	Saluki Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Italian Whippet Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saluki Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Italian Whippet Greyhound or a Saluki Greyhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound. Which has stronger military background?	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 Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	1-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Italian Whippet Greyhound vs Saluki Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Italian Whippet Greyhound and Saluki Greyhound. Which is more widely recognized?	No data available	No data available

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