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Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Bassotto or German: Italienisches Windspiel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Toy Poodle Dachshund Italian Greyhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Barbone
Pudle
Teacup Poodle
Teddy Poodle
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Dachshund? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound weight comparison:
Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:
Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm)

Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $500-$700 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound intelligence:
Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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 to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound trainability comparison.
Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Alert
Intelligent
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
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: Italian 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 Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound?
High: Toy Poodle 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: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:
Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed.
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Dachshund dogs are a social breed.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Dachshund 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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Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound playfulness comparison:
The Toy Poodle is a playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound?
Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund 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 Italian Greyhound indoors.

Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Toy Poodle 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.
Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
Toy Poodle 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.
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 Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Dachshund bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound?
The Toy Poodle 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 Italian 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 Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Slipped Stifle
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Skin Allergies
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
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
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Toy Poodle 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 Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Toy Poodle, Dachshund and Italian Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian 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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound energy level comparison:
Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
1/4 to 1 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. 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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 Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound coat comparison:
Dense
Curly
Thick
Fine Fine
Colors
What are the original Toy Poodle, Dachshund and Italian Greyhound color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Brown
Fawn
Beige
Apricot
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:
Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Toy Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound?
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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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 Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. No See more. Yes See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound?

Low 🔽

The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian 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 Poodle or Dachshund or Italian Greyhound? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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 Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound?

Not really

Toy Poodle 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

Italian 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 Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian 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 Poodle and Dachshund and Italian Greyhound have?
2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies

Toy Poodle vs Dachshund vs Italian Greyhound 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 1886 as a Toy 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?
Dog Registry of America Inc. 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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