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Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Comparison - Dog breed selector: Galgo or English Greyhound or Barzoi? Find the right dog for you

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Name Spanish Greyhound Greyhound Borzoi
OriginsSpain flagSpain United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom Russia flagRussia Belarus flagBelarus
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Galgo
Spanish Galgo
Spanish Greyhound
English Greyhound Barzoi
Psovoi
Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya
Russian Wolfhound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Which is the smallest dog, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Large Giant Large
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Greyhound? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 44-57 pounds (20-26 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Male: 75-105 pounds (34-48 kg), Female: 60-90 pounds (27-41kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 50.5 pounds (23 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg) Male: 90 pounds (41 kg), Female: 75 pounds (34 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (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: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $500-$800 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Borzoi is easier than average to get.

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi intelligence:
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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Low: The Borzoi is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi trainability comparison.
Spanish Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Borzoi dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Borzoi dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? 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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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Borzoi dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi behavior/temperament comparison:
Affectionate
Gentle
Quiet
Calm
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Independent
Intelligent
Gentle
Quiet
Athletic
Respectful
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: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Borzoi 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 Greyhound vs Borzoi?
High: Spanish Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Borzoi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi social needs comparison:
Spanish Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Borzoi 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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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 Borzoi 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?
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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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Borzoi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi playfulness comparison:
Average: Spanish Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Borzois, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi?
Low: The Spanish Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Borzoi barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Very house-friendly dog the Spanish Greyhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the 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 Borzoi indoors.

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi 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.
Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Borzoi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spanish Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Borzoi bite force: The Strongest.
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 Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi health comparison. Which is the healthier: Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi?
Spanish Greyhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Borzoi 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: Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Osteoarthritis
Sensitivity To Anesthesia
Osteosarcoma
Alopecia
Cold Intolerance
Pannus
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Vitreous Degeneration
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Anesthesia Sensitivity
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Dental Problems
Thyroid Disorder
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.
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Borzoi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi lifespan comparison. How long do Spanish Greyhound, Greyhound and Borzoi breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Spanish Greyhound: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Borzoi: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Borzoi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi 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.
Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Borzoi dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Spanish Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Borzoi dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Spanish Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Borzoi dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 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 Greyhound vs Borzoi weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Spanish Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Borzoi has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi coat comparison:
Smooth Fine Feathered
Colors
What are the original Spanish Greyhound, Greyhound and Borzoi color?
Black
Red
White
Yellow
Cinnamon
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Black
Red
Cream
White
Sable
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Spanish Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Borzoi requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Spanish Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Borzoi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi 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 Greyhound vs Borzoi?

Medium

The Spanish Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Borzoi 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 Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Borzoi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Borzoi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi? Which dog is more friendly?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Borzoi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Borzoi dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Borzoi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spanish Greyhound or Greyhound or Borzoi?
Spanish Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Borzoi dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi?
Yes
Spanish Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Borzoi 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
Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Borzoi 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.
Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Borzois are not the best breed for elderly people.

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi 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 Greyhound or Borzoi? 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 Greyhound vs Borzoi?

Not really

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

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

Borzoi 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.

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi 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 Greyhound and Borzoi have?
6-8 puppies 1-12 puppies 1-11 puppies

Spanish Greyhound vs Greyhound vs Borzoi 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 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1891 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds 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
No data available

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