Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Italian Greyhound

Compare the Anatolian Shepherd Dog to the Italian Greyhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Anatolian Shepherd Dogs and Italian Greyhounds.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Italian Greyhound
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
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General Details
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Height
26-30 Inches
13-15 Inches
Weight
80-150 Pounds
7-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Origin Country
Turkey
Turkey
Origin Year
-4000 BC
-1000 BC
Temperament
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Traits
Affectionate
Protective
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-70 °F
60-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
25 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low
Grooming Needs
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Drug sensitivity
Eye problems
Thyroid disorders
Alopecia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Italian Greyhound
Breed Colors
Biscuit
Biscuit
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Brindle
Brindle
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Gray Fawn
Gray Fawn
Liver
Liver
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
White
White
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn and White
Blue Fawn and White
Brindle
Brindle
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Red Fawn and White
Red Fawn and White
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Red
White and Red
White and Seal
White and Seal
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