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Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Amertoy or Bassotto or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Toy Fox Terrier Dachshund Greyhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Amertoy
American Toy Terrier
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
English Greyhound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Small Small Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Dachshund? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound weight comparison:
3.5-7 pounds (1.5-3 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
3.6 pounds (1.4 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound height comparison:
10 inches (25 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10 inches (25 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $500-$700 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Frequent: The Toy Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound trainability comparison.
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Greyhound 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: Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?
High: Toy Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Dachshund 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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Social Needs
Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Toy Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Greyhound 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 Toy Fox Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Dachshund 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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound playfulness comparison:
The Toy Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?
Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier rarely barks.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Fox Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Dachshund 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Dachshund 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.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Toy Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?
The Toy Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Greyhound 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: Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Von Willebrand's Disease
Demodectic Mange
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
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
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Toy Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Toy Fox Terrier, Dachshund and Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound energy level comparison:
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dachshund 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.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dachshund 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.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound coat comparison:
Dense Fine Fine
Colors
What are the original Toy Fox Terrier, Dachshund and Greyhound color?
Black
Tan
White
Chocolate
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Toy Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:
Toy Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
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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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
Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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, Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?

Medium

The Toy Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Toy Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?
Yes
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Dachshund 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Toy Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Toy Fox Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.
Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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: Toy Fox Terrier or Dachshund or Greyhound? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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: Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound?

Not really

Toy Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Dachshund 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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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.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound 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 Toy Fox Terrier and Dachshund and Greyhound have?
2-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 1-12 puppies

Toy Fox Terrier vs Dachshund vs Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
National 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
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
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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