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Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: English (Toy) Terrier or German: Italienisches Windspiel or Parson? Find the right dog for you

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Name Toy Manchester Terrier Italian Greyhound Parson Russell Terrier
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Group Hunting Dogs Companion Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English (Toy) Terrier German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Parson
Parson Jack Russell Terrier
Jack Russell Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
Small Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier weight comparison:
6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
8 pounds (3.5 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg) 16 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier height comparison:
10-12 inches (25-30 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 12-14 inches (31-36 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11 inches (27.5 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) 13 inches (33.5 cm)

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$600-$1000 $800-$1000 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Parson Russell Terrier is easier than average to get.

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier trainability comparison.
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Hunting
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Happy
Energetic
Intelligent
Obedient
Bold
Eager
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier?
Average: Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Parson Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier social needs comparison:
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Parson Russell Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Parson Russell Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Toy Manchester Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Parson Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier?
Average: The Toy Manchester Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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A lot: Parson Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
It is not recommended to keep the Toy Manchester Terrier breed in the home.
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 Italian Greyhound indoors.
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 Parson Russell Terrier indoors.

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Manchester Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Parson Russell Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier?
Toy Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Parson Russell Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Toy Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Parson Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Toy Manchester Terrier, Italian Greyhound and Parson Russell Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Toy Manchester Terrier: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Parson Russell Terrier: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Parson Russell Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier energy level comparison:
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
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 to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Parson Russell Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier coat comparison:
Flat Fine Rough
Colors
What are the original Toy Manchester Terrier, Italian Greyhound and Parson Russell Terrier color?
Tan
Black
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
Tan
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Toy Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Parson Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Parson Russell Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier?

Medium

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

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier?
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier?
Yes
Toy Manchester Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Parson Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Toy Manchester Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Parson Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Toy Manchester Terriers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.
Parson Russell Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier or Italian Greyhound or Parson Russell Terrier? 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: Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier?

Not really

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

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

Parson Russell Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier and Italian Greyhound and Parson Russell Terrier have?
2-4 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies

Toy Manchester Terrier vs Italian Greyhound vs Parson Russell Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Terrier & Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1997 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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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