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Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Galgo or American Brittany or English Beagle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Spanish Greyhound Brittany Beagle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle breeds.
Galgo
Spanish Galgo
Spanish Greyhound
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
English Beagle
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 50.5 pounds (23 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle? Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $700-$800 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is easiest to train?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed is most alert?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed is most protective?
Spanish Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle? Compare temperaments.
Affectionate
Gentle
Quiet
Calm
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Spanish Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle?
High: Spanish Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle social needs comparison:
Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Spanish Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Spanish Greyhound 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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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Spanish 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 Brittany indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed is most flexible?
Spanish Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Spanish Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which uses mouth most during play?
Spanish Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle bite force: Weak.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has fewer health issues?
Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Spanish Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which breed is most active?
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle?
Spanish Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. What colors are available?
Black
Red
White
Yellow
Cinnamon
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which drools least?
The Spanish Greyhound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Smooth Feathered Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle? Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or {name3 shedding:
Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is best with kids?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spanish Greyhound or Brittany or Beagle?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle?
Yes
Spanish Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Spanish Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Spanish Greyhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has most military use?

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.

Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6 2-14 puppies, average 7
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. What's recommended?

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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Spanish Greyhound vs Brittany vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Spanish Greyhound, Brittany, and Beagle. Which has most recognition?
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
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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