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Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Comparison - Dog breed selector: Snap Dog or Hungarian Pointer or African Barkless Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Whippet Vizsla Basenji
OriginsEngland flagEngland Hungary flagHungary Democratic Republic of the Congo flagDemocratic Republic of the Congo
Group Hunting Dogs Gun Dog Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
African Barkless Dog
African Bush Dog
Ango Angari
Congo Terrier
Zande Dog
Congo Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Whippet or Vizsla or Vizsla? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji weight comparison:
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 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) Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji 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: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 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: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $800-$1200 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get.

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Trainability
Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji trainability comparison.
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Basenji dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Basenji dogs are average defenders.
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Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji behavior/temperament comparison:
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
Curious
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
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: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji?
Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial.
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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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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Basenji 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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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji playfulness comparison:
Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji?
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
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 Basenji breed in the home.

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
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: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
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.
Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well.

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji mouthiness comparison:
Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji?
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 Basenji 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: Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji 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
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Kidney Issues
Veterinarian Visits
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 Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Vizsla and Basenji breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji?
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 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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Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji energy level comparison:
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? 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.
Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep.

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
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. 3/4 to 1 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? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji coat comparison:
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Fine
Colors
What are the original Whippet, Vizsla and Basenji color?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Black
Tan
Red
White
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Whippet or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Basenji dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
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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Hypoallergenic
Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
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.
Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Which dog is more friendly?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji?
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
Basenji 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.
No
Basenji 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.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji 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: Whippet or Vizsla or Basenji? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji?

Not really

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

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Basenji 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji 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 Whippet and Vizsla and Basenji have?
4-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-5 puppies

Whippet vs Vizsla vs Basenji Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
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 1944 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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 Pet Registry, Inc.

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