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Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Comparison - Dog breed selector: Galgo or Apollo of Dogs or Doberman? Find the right dog for you

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Name Spanish Greyhound Great Dane Doberman Pinscher
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Galgo
Spanish Galgo
Spanish Greyhound
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Which is the smallest dog, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Large Giant Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Great Dane? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg) Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 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: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1200 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
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 Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher trainability comparison.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Spanish Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher behavior/temperament comparison:
Affectionate
Gentle
Quiet
Calm
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
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: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher?
High: Spanish Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher social needs comparison:
Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Great Dane 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher playfulness comparison:
Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher?
Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Very house-friendly dog the Spanish Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Spanish Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Great Dane dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Spanish Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher mouthiness comparison:
Spanish Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher health comparison. Which is the healthier: Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher?
Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits
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.
Rare
The Great Dane 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).
Life Expectancy
Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher lifespan comparison. How long do Spanish Greyhound, Great Dane and Doberman Pinscher breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher?
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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher energy level comparison:
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.
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Spanish Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.
Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher coat comparison:
Smooth Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original Spanish Greyhound, Great Dane and Doberman Pinscher color?
Black
Red
White
Yellow
Cinnamon
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:
Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher 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, Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher?

Medium

The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the 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 Great Dane 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 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.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? Which dog is more friendly?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher?
Yes
Spanish Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Dane 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Spanish Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Doberman Pinscher 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.
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher 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: Spanish Greyhound or Great Dane or Doberman Pinscher? 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: Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher?

Not really

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

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Doberman Pinscher 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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Yes

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher 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 Spanish Greyhound and Great Dane and Doberman Pinscher have?
6-8 puppies 10-15 puppies 6-10 puppies

Spanish Greyhound vs Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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
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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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