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Name	Toy Poodle	Papillon	Italian Greyhound
Origins	Germany France	Spain France Belgium	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Papillon? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound weight comparison:	Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)
Height Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound height comparison:	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$400-$600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound intelligence:	Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound trainability comparison.	Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound 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: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound 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: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound?	High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound playfulness comparison:	The Toy Poodle is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound?	Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 Papillon indoors.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Papillon 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Toy Poodle 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.	Papillon 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.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound 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 Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound mouthiness comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound?	The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Papillon 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Papillon 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Toy Poodle, Papillon and Italian Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound energy level comparison:	Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Toy Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound coat comparison:	Dense Curly Thick	Feathered	Fine
Colors What are the original Toy Poodle, Papillon and Italian Greyhound color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Toy Poodle or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Italian Greyhound 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: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound?	Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound 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 Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound?	Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound?	Yes Toy Poodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon 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 Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon 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?	Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound 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: Toy Poodle or Papillon or Italian Greyhound? 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: Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound?	Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound 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.	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.

Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound 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 Toy Poodle and Papillon and Italian Greyhound have?	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Toy Poodle vs Papillon vs Italian Greyhound 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 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	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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