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Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Comparison - Dog breed selector: Amertoy or English (Toy) Terrier or Snap Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Toy Fox Terrier Toy Manchester Terrier Whippet
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet breeds.
Amertoy
American Toy Terrier
English (Toy) Terrier Snap Dog
English Whippet
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.
3.5-7 pounds (1.5-3 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
3.6 pounds (1.4 kg) 8 pounds (3.5 kg) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet? Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet height comparison:
10 inches (25 cm) 10-12 inches (25-30 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
10 inches (25 cm) 11 inches (27.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$600 $600-$1000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet?
Frequent: The Toy Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which is easiest to train?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed is most alert?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed is most protective?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Toy Manchester Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited
Energetic
Hunting
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
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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Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Whippet 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 Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet?
High: Toy Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet social needs comparison:
Toy Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Whippet 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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The wanderlust potential of the Toy Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Whippet 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?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier rarely barks.
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Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed is most playful?
The Toy Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Toy Manchester Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Fox Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Toy Manchester Terrier breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Toy Manchester Terrier 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 Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Manchester Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Toy Fox Terrier: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Toy Manchester Terrier: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which handles climate changes best?
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 Toy Manchester Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?
The Toy Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Toy Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Whippet 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?
Average
The Toy Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Toy Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Von Willebrand's Disease
Demodectic Mange
No data available Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which breed is most active?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Toy Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which needs most food?
1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
White
Chocolate
Tan
Black
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Toy Fox Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Toy Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which drools least?
The Toy Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Toy Manchester Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Flat Fine
Short
Close in texture
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. 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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet? Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Toy Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Toy Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which is best with kids?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Fox Terrier or Toy Manchester Terrier or Whippet?
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet?
Yes
Toy Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Whippet 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
Toy Manchester Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Whippet 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.
Toy Manchester Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. 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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. 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 Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. 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.

Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?
2-6 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. 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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Toy Fox Terrier vs Toy Manchester Terrier vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier & Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Toy Fox Terrier, Toy Manchester Terrier, and Whippet. Which has most recognition?
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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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

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