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Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Comparison - Dog breed selector: Snap Dog or American Brittany or Dutch Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Whippet Brittany Wetterhoun
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun breeds.
Snap Dog
English Whippet
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Dutch Spaniel
Otterhoun
Frisian Water Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun? Compare adult weight ranges.
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 55-77 pounds (25-35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) 66 pounds (30 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Brittany or Wetterhoun? Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 21.5-23 inches (55-59 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) 21.14 inches (57 cm)

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $700-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Brittany or Wetterhoun?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Average: The Wetterhoun is a commonly available dog breed.

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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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 Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which is easiest to train?
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Wetterhoun dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed is most alert?
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wetterhoun dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed is most protective?
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Wetterhoun dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Stubborn
Quiet
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun?
Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Wetterhoun dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Wetterhoun 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 Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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Wetterhoun dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Wetterhoun dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Wetterhoun rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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Wetterhouns are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet 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 Brittany indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Wetterhoun breed.

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed is most flexible?
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Wetterhoun dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Brittany or Wetterhoun?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wetterhoun bite force: Ordinary.

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wetterhoun: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which handles climate changes best?
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 Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which has fewer health issues?
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Wetterhouns tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Wetterhoun should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
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Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wetterhoun has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Wetterhoun requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which drools least?
The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Wetterhoun is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wetterhoun has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Feathered Curly
Thick
Smooth
Coarse
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Brittany or Wetterhoun? Whippet or Brittany or {name3 shedding:
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Wetterhoun dogs shed moderately.
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Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Good With Comparison

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

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. 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 Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. 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 Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Wetterhoun breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. 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 Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. 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.

Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6 3-7 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. 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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Whippet vs Brittany vs Wetterhoun Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Whippet, Brittany, and Wetterhoun. Which has most recognition?
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
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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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