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Name	Whippet	Doberman Pinscher	English Toy Spaniel
Origins	England	Germany	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Snap Dog English Whippet	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	King Charles Spaniel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Medium	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel weight comparison:	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1000	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Toy Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel trainability comparison.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Toy Spaniel 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: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Toy Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? 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. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Toy Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Playful Loving Happy Affectionate Gentle Reserved
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. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	English Toy Spaniel 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: Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel?	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Toy Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel social needs comparison:	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Toy Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
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. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Toy Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
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. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	English Toy Spaniel 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

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel playfulness comparison:	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: English Toy Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel?	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The English Toy Spaniel is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Toy Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Toy Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	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.	English Toy Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Whippet bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 English Toy Spaniel 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 Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Toy Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Toy Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel?	The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	English Toy Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Legg-perthes Disease Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Patent Ductus Arteriosis Umbilical Hernias Retinal Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Cleft Palate Hydrocephalus Seborrhea Fused Toes
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.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Toy Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Doberman Pinscher and English Toy Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Toy Spaniel: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel energy level comparison:	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Toy Spaniel dogs are low-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Toy Spaniel dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	English Toy Spaniel dogs need a lot of sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Toy Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel coat comparison:	Fine Short Close in texture	Fine	Feathered
Colors What are the original Whippet, Doberman Pinscher and English Toy Spaniel color?	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Blenheim Ruby Black & Tan Black & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The English Toy Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Toy Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel 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, Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Toy Spaniel has an average 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. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The English Toy Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	English Toy Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	English Toy Spaniel 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 Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	English Toy Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Toy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel?	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	English Toy Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel?	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Toy Spaniel 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 Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Toy Spaniel 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.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	English Toy Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel 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: Whippet or Doberman Pinscher or English Toy Spaniel? 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: Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel?	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Toy Spaniel 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.

Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel 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 Whippet and Doberman Pinscher and English Toy Spaniel have?	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Whippet vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Toy Spaniel 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 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 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

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