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Name	Pekingese	Doberman Pinscher	Italian Greyhound
Origins	China	Germany	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	88	16	74
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound weight comparison:	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound?	Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound intelligence:	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound trainability comparison.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound?	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Italian 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: Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound?	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Italian 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

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound playfulness comparison:	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound?	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound 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 Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound?	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher 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 Italian Greyhound indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pekingese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.
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 Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound mouthiness comparison:	Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound?	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Italian Greyhound 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: Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Pekingese, Doberman Pinscher and Italian Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup 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? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Pekingese, Doberman Pinscher and Italian Greyhound color?	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Pekingese dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound?	High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian 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. 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: Pekingese or Doberman Pinscher or Italian Greyhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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: Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound?	Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian 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. 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 Pekingese and Doberman Pinscher and Italian Greyhound have?	2-4 puppies	6-10 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Pekingese vs Doberman Pinscher vs Italian Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese Club Of America	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 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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