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Name	Greyhound	Bull Terrier	Chihuahua
Origins	United Kingdom	England	Mexico
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Greyhound	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Giant	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Bull Terrier? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua height comparison:	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$1200-$1500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua?	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Chihuahua dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chihuahua dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chihuahua 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua 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 Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Chihuahua dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chihuahua dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
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 Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua?	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do Greyhound, Bull Terrier and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups 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.	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Smooth	Fine
Colors What are the original Greyhound, Bull Terrier and Chihuahua color?	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Greyhound or Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chihuahua dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua?	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Yes Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua 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: Greyhound or Bull Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua 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?	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.	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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua 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 Greyhound and Bull Terrier and Chihuahua have?	1-12 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 5	2-4 puppies
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Greyhound vs Bull Terrier vs Chihuahua Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy 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 Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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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