Italian Greyhound vs Hawaiian Poi Dog

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

Italian Greyhound vs Hawaiian Poi Dog
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
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General Details
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
13-16 Inches
Weight
7-14 Pounds
15-35 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Origin Country
Turkey
United States
Origin Year
-1000 BC
1816 AD
Temperament
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Living Environment
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
50-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Energy Level
Medium
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
7 MPH
Strength
Low
Low
Grooming Needs
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
8-10 Years
Health Concerns
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Drug sensitivity
Eye problems
Thyroid disorders
Alopecia
Obesity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Italian Greyhound
Hawaiian Poi Dog
Breed Colors
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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