Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Comparison – Which dog is better English Greyhound or Canarian Hound?

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Name	Greyhound	Podenco Canario
Origins	United Kingdom	Spain
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Greyhound and Podenco Canario. What other names are these breeds known by?	English Greyhound	Canarian Hound Canarian Warren Hound Canary Islands Hound Canary Islands Warren Hound
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Greyhound and a Podenco Canario. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Greyhound and a Podenco Canario. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greyhound or Podenco Canario? Is a Greyhound taller than a Podenco Canario?	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Greyhound and a Podenco Canario. Which breed costs more?	$500-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Greyhound or Podenco Canario?	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare training requirements.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare alertness levels.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare territorial behaviors.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Greyhound and a Podenco Canario. How do their temperaments differ?	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Active Intelligent Friendly Calm Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Greyhound vs Podenco Canario?	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Podenco Canario 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: Greyhound vs Podenco Canario?	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Greyhound vs Podenco Canario social needs comparison:	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Greyhound vs Podenco Canario?	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Greyhound vs Podenco Canario? Which can be better for hunting?	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare living space needs.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.
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Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare adaptability levels.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Podenco Canario dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Greyhound or Podenco Canario?	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.

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Podenco Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Podenco Canario bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare average lifespans.	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Greyhound and a Podenco Canario. Which breed is healthier?	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Greyhound vs Podenco Canario?	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greyhound vs Podenco Canario? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greyhound vs Podenco Canario 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	No data available

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare activity levels.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greyhound vs Podenco Canario exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greyhound or Podenco Canario? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Podenco Canario dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greyhound or Podenco Canario?	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Podenco Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare daily food needs.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Greyhound and Podenco Canario? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue White	White Brown Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare drooling amounts.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Greyhound and a Podenco Canario? Compare fur types.	Fine	Dense Shiny
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greyhound or Podenco Canario? Do Greyhound dogs shed more than Podenco Canario dogs?	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare kid-friendliness.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Greyhound or Podenco Canario? Which dog is more friendly?	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Greyhound or Podenco Canario?	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Greyhound or Podenco Canario? Can a Greyhound and a Podenco Canario be friends? Do Greyhound dogs get along with Podenco Canario dogs?	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Podenco Canario dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Greyhound vs Podenco Canario?	Yes Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Podenco Canario 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 Podenco Canario 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.	Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Podenco Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Greyhound or a Podenco Canario? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Greyhound and Podenco Canario. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Greyhound and Podenco Canario. Which has larger litters?	1-12 puppies	6-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Greyhound and Podenco Canario breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Greyhound and Podenco Canario. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Greyhound vs Podenco Canario Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Greyhound and Podenco Canario. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Greyhound and Podenco Canario. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Greyhound and Podenco Canario. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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