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Name	Saluki	Weimaraner	Old Danish Pointer
Origins	Fertile Crescent	Germany	Denmark
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund	Altdanischer Huhnerhund Old Danish Bird Dog Old Danish Pointing Dog Gammel Dansk Honsehund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Saluki or Weimaraner or Weimaraner? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer weight comparison:	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)	Male: 66-77 pounds (30-35 kg), Female: 57-68 pounds (25-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 71.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (27.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)	Male: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 22.5 inches (57 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1500-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.	Average: The Old Danish Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Old Danish Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer trainability comparison.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.	Old Danish Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Old Danish Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.	Old Danish Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast	Intelligent Loyal Calm Brave Resolute
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Old Danish Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer?	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Old Danish Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer social needs comparison:	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Old Danish Pointer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Old Danish Pointer 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Old Danish Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer playfulness comparison:	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Old Danish Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer?	Low to Average: The Saluki rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Old Danish Pointer 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 Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Old Danish Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Saluki dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Old Danish Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Old Danish Pointer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old Danish Pointer 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 Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old Danish Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Old Danish Pointer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer?	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Old Danish Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Old Danish Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Saluki, Weimaraner and Old Danish Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Old Danish Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer energy level comparison:	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.	Old Danish Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.	Old Danish Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.	Old Danish Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Old Danish Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer coat comparison:	Smooth	Fine	Dense Smooth
Colors What are the original Saluki, Weimaraner and Old Danish Pointer color?	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate	Gray Blue Silver Copper	White & Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Old Danish Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? Saluki or Weimaraner or {name3 shedding:	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old Danish Pointer 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: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer 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, Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer?	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old Danish Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Weimaraner 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 Old Danish Pointer is an average drooler. See more.

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Good With Comparison

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

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer 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: Saluki or Weimaraner or Old Danish Pointer? 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.	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?	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer?	Not really Saluki breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old Danish Pointer 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.

Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer 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 Saluki and Weimaraner and Old Danish Pointer have?	4-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Saluki vs Weimaraner vs Old Danish Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
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	No data available

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