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Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Comparison - Dog breed selector: Snap Dog or German: Italienisches Windspiel or Italian Coarsehaired Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Name Whippet Italian Greyhound Spinone Italiano
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano breeds.
Snap Dog
English Whippet
German: Italienisches Windspiel
Piccolo Levriero Italiano
Galgo Italiano
French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano? Compare adult weight ranges.
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Italian Greyhound or Spinone Italiano? Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm) 23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $800-$1000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Italian Greyhound or Spinone Italiano?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which is easiest to train?
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most alert?
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most protective?
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
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: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Spinone Italiano 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: Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano?
Average: Whippet 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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Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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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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Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Whippet 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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Spinone Italiano 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 Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Whippets, 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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Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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 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 Spinone Italiano indoors.

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed is most flexible?
Whippet 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.
Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Italian Greyhound or Spinone Italiano?
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.
Spinone Italiano 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.

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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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Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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 warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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 Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Spinone Italiano 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 Whippet 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.
Average
The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano 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
Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Drug Sensitivity
Thyroid Problems
Alopecia
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. What colors are available?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
White
Brown
Orange
Roan
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which drools least?
The Whippet 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 Spinone Italiano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which has least natural smell?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fine Wiry
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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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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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Italian Greyhound or Spinone Italiano? Whippet or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best with kids?
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very 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.
Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Italian Greyhound or Spinone Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Italian Greyhound or Spinone Italiano?
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Italian Greyhound or Spinone Italiano?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano?
Yes
Whippet 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
Spinone Italiano 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
Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Spinone Italiano 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.
Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.
Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Whippet vs Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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

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

Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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 Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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 Italian Greyhound vs Spinone Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Whippet, Italian Greyhound, and Spinone Italiano. 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
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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