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Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deerhound or German: Italienisches Windspiel or Japanese Shiba Inu? Find the right dog for you

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Name Scottish Deerhound Italian Greyhound Shiba Inu
OriginsScotland flagScotland Italy flagItaly Japan flagJapan
Group Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs Companion Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deerhound German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Which is the smallest dog, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Giant Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu weight comparison:
75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
92.5 pounds (42 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu height comparison:
28-32 inches (71-81 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
30 inches (76 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1200 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Trainability
Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu trainability comparison.
Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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A slightly harder to train than average.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Friendly
Docile
Gentle
Polite
Still
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu?
High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu social needs comparison:
Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shiba Inu 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.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu playfulness comparison:
Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu?
Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound 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.
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu mouthiness comparison:
Scottish Deerhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu health problems comparison:
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Factor Vii Deficiency
Drug Sensitivity
Cystinuria
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Scottish Deerhound 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.
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu lifespan comparison. How long do Scottish Deerhound, Italian Greyhound and Shiba Inu breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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 cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu energy level comparison:
Scottish Deerhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Scottish Deerhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
4 to 5 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. Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu coat comparison:
Wiry Fine Dense
Colors
What are the original Scottish Deerhound, Italian Greyhound and Shiba Inu color?
Gray
Blue
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
8-12 weeks
Very 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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu?

Medium

The Scottish Deerhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Which dog is more friendly?
Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu?
Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu?
Yes
Scottish Deerhound 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.
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu 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.
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Not really

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Scottish Deerhound or Italian Greyhound or Shiba Inu? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu?

Not really

Scottish Deerhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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.

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Scottish Deerhound and Italian Greyhound and Shiba Inu have?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies

Scottish Deerhound vs Italian Greyhound vs Shiba Inu Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds 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
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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
America's Pet Registry
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

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