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Name	Greek Harehound	Harrier	Hygenhund
Origins	Greece	United Kingdom	Norway
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Greek Harehound Hellenikos Ichnilatis Hellenic Hound	Harehound	Hygen Hound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Which is the smallest dog, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Harrier? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund weight comparison:	38 - 44 pounds (17 - 20 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	41 pounds (19 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund height comparison:	18-22 inches (45-55 cm)	19-21 inches (48-50 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (50 cm)	20 inches (49 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Which is more expensive?	Unknown	$300-$400	$700-$900
Availability Which is easier to get, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Hygenhund is a commonly available dog breed.

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund intelligence:	Smart: The Greek Harehound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Hygenhund dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund trainability comparison.	Greek Harehound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Hygenhund dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Greek Harehound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Hygenhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Greek Harehound dogs are average defenders. See more.	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Hygenhund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Lively Fearless Brave Passionate	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant	Happy Energetic Affectionate Devoted Lively Hard working Herding Possessive
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Greek Harehound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Harrier dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund?	High: Greek Harehound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: Hygenhund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund social needs comparison:	Greek Harehound dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Hygenhund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Greek Harehound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Harrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Greek Harehound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Harrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund playfulness comparison:	The Greek Harehound is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Hygenhund is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund?	Average: The Greek Harehound barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Hygenhund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	It is not recommended to keep the Greek Harehound breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Hygenhund breed in the home.
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Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Greek Harehound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Hygenhund dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Greek Harehound dogs handle alone time quite well.	Harrier 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greek Harehound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Harrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Hygenhund bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Greek Harehound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hygenhund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund mouthiness comparison:	Greek Harehound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund?	Very healthy dog breed.	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund health problems comparison:	No data available	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Greek Harehound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Hygenhund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund lifespan comparison. How long do Greek Harehound, Harrier and Hygenhund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greek Harehound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Hygenhund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Hygenhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund energy level comparison:	Greek Harehound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greek Harehound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Hygenhund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Greek Harehound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Hygenhund dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Greek Harehound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Hygenhund has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Thick Shiny	Rough Straight
Colors What are the original Greek Harehound, Harrier and Hygenhund color?	Black & Tan	Black Tan Red White Lemon	Red Yellow Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Greek Harehound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Hygenhund requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Greek Harehound or Harrier or {name3 shedding:	Greek Harehound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Hygenhund dogs shed above average. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund?	Medium ⏺ The Greek Harehound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hygenhund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Greek Harehound is an average drooler. See more.	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Hygenhund is an average drooler. See more.

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Greek Harehound dogs are generally with other pets.	Harrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Hygenhund dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Which dog is more friendly?	Greek Harehound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Harrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Harrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund?	Greek Harehound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Harrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund?	Yes Greek Harehound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Harrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hygenhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Greek Harehound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Hygenhund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Greek Harehounds are commonly okay with elderly people.	Harriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Hygenhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Greek Harehound or Harrier or Hygenhund? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund?	Not really Greek Harehound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hygenhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Greek Harehound and Harrier and Hygenhund have?	6-8 puppies	5-7 puppies	4-9 puppies
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Greek Harehound vs Harrier vs Hygenhund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc.	No data available	No data available

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