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Compare Whippet and Vizsla. Which is better: Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier?
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| Name | Whippet | Vizsla | American Staffordshire Terrier |
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| Origins |  England |  Hungary |  United States |
| Group | Hunting Dogs | Gun Dog | Hunting Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 61 | 30 | 83 |
| Reviews | 2 | 8 | 7 |
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| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier breeds. |
Snap Dog English Whippet |
Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla |
Stafford Staffy Amstaff |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Large | Medium |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges. | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) | Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) | 57-67 pounds (25-30 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) | Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) | 62 pounds (27.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier height comparison: | Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) | Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) | Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) | Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) | Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm) |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1200 | $800-$1200 | $800-$1000 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? | Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get. | Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed ranks highest? | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. | Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. |
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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is easiest to train? | Whippet dogs are easy to train. | Vizsla dogs are easy to train. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most alert? | Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. | Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most protective? | Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. | Vizsla dogs are average defenders. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier? Compare temperaments. |
Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet |
Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered |
Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious |
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| 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. | Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier? | Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. | High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
| Social Needs
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier social needs comparison: | Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. | Vizsla dogs are a social breed. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. |
| 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. | Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
| 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. | Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | American Staffordshire Terrier 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. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. | Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. | Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. | The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces? | Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed. | It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home. | It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most flexible? | Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. |
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| Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. | Vizsla 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. | American Staffordshire 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. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play? | Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Vizsla bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed lives longest? |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years |
12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. |
| Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | The American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Average The American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis | No data available |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which breed is most active? | Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs. | Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Whippet dogs have an average exercise need. | Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? | Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep. | Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. | Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which needs most food? | 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | No See more. |
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| Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. What colors are available? |
Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn | Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold |
Black Blue White Brown |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which drools least? | The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Fine Short Close in texture |
Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat | Fine |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths? | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? Whippet or Vizsla or {name3 shedding: | Whippet dogs are low shedders. | Vizsla dogs shed moderately. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best with kids? | Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. |
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| 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. | Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? | Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Vizsla or American Staffordshire Terrier? | Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. | American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier? |
Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes American Staffordshire Terrier 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 Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment |
| Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people. | Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people. | American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. | Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
| Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. Which has most puppies? | 4-8 puppies | 6-8 puppies | 5-10 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Whippet vs Vizsla vs American Staffordshire Terrier Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed. |
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| FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. |
| Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Whippet, Vizsla, and American Staffordshire Terrier. 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 | No data available |
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