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Name	Mudi	Greyhound	Kooikerhondje
Origins	Hungary	United Kingdom	Netherlands
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canis Ovilis Fenyesi Hungarian Mudi	English Greyhound	Nederlandse Kooikerhondje Small Dutch Waterfowl Dog Kooiker Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Which is the smallest dog, Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	Medium	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Mudi or Greyhound or Greyhound? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje weight comparison:	18-29 pounds (8-13 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	20-40 pounds (9-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	23.5 pounds (10.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje height comparison:	15-19 inches (38-48 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	15 inches (38.5 cm)

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$500-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje intelligence:	Smart: The Mudi dogs have great intelligence. See more.	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.
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Trainability Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje trainability comparison.	Mudi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	Mudi dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Mudi dogs are average defenders. See more.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Lively Gentle Watchful Companionable Adaptable Guarding Keen to Work	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Loving Alert Intelligent Territorial Lively Going Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Mudi dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje?	High: Mudi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Kooikerhondje dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje social needs comparison:	Mudi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Mudi dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje playfulness comparison:	Average: Mudis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje?	Average: The Mudi barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	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 Mudi indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	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 Kooikerhondje indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Mudi 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.	Kooikerhondje dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	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.

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Mudi bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kooikerhondje bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kooikerhondje has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje mouthiness comparison:	Mudi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje health comparison. Which is the healthier: Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje?	Mudis are commonly healthy dogs.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kooikerhondje is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	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	Cataracts Luxating Patella Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Kidney Issues Hereditary Necrotising Myelopathy Myositis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Mudi should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Kooikerhondje should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje lifespan comparison. How long do Mudi, Greyhound and Kooikerhondje breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Mudi: 14 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Kooikerhondje: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kooikerhondje can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	1 to 1.5 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.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Mudi has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kooikerhondje has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje coat comparison:	Dense Curly Wavy Shiny Short	Fine	Waterproof Wavy Thick Straight
Colors What are the original Mudi, Greyhound and Kooikerhondje color?	Black Gray White Brown Fawn Blue-Grey Black Merle Ash coloured (blue grey)	Black Gray Red Blue White	Red White Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje grooming comparison:	Average: The Mudi requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Kooikerhondje doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Mudi or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Mudi dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Kooikerhondje dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje?	Low 🔽 The Mudi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kooikerhondje has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Mudi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kooikerhondje is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Good With Comparison

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

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Mudi or Greyhound or Kooikerhondje? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje?	Not really Mudi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kooikerhondje breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Mudi and Greyhound and Kooikerhondje have?	5-8 puppies	1-12 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Mudi vs Greyhound vs Kooikerhondje Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2018 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association Foundation Stock Service

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