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Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Yorkie or Snap Dog or German: Italienisches Windspiel? Find the right dog for you

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is the largest?
Small Medium Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
2-3 kg (4-7 pounds) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
2.5 kg (5.5 pounds) 25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) 8 pounds (4 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Yorkshire Terrier or Whippet or Italian Greyhound? Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:
20-23 cm (8-9 inches) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
21.5 cm (8.5 inches) Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 13.5 inches (34 cm)

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$1000 $800-$1200 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Yorkshire Terrier or Whippet or Italian Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Yorkshire Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Yorkshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which is easiest to train?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most alert?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most protective?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Agile
Intelligent
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound?
High: Yorkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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Social Needs
Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Yorkshire Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Yorkshire Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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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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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Yorkshire Terrier breed.
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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Yorkshire Terrier or Whippet or Italian Greyhound?
Yorkshire Terrier 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Low 🔽

The Yorkshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Yorkshire Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed lives longest?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Yorkshire Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues?
Yorkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Yorkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison:
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most active?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Yorkshire Terrier or Whippet or Italian Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Yorkshire Terrier or Whippet or Italian Greyhound?
Yorkshire Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Yorkshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which needs most food?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 3/4 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
Gold
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which drools least?
The Yorkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Yorkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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 Yorkshire Terrier or Whippet or Italian Greyhound? Yorkshire Terrier or Whippet or {name3 shedding:
Yorkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal.
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Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. 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 Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. 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 Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. 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 Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Yorkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. 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 Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. 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.

Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies 2-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. 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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Yorkshire Terrier vs Whippet vs Italian Greyhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Toy breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Toy Terriers section. 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Yorkshire Terrier, Whippet, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most recognition?
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
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

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