Greyhound
VS
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Greyhound vs German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Compare Greyhound and German Spitz – Mittelspitz side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Greyhound
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
68 – 76 cm
32 – 36 cm
Weight
28 – 50 kg
8 – 12 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 12 years
13 – 17 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
4/5
Barking level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Greyhound
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Giant
German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Great with kids
High energy
Small
Summary
About Greyhound
Tall, slender Greyhounds are sprinting sighthounds, built for speed yet calm indoors. They have a short, low‑maintenance coat in many colors and need soft bedding and weather protection. Gentle, sensitive, and affectionate, they suit owners who provide routine, kind training, and moderate daily exercise.
About German Spitz – Mittelspitz
Medium German Spitz with a square, compact build, dense double coat and plumed tail over the back. Alert, vocal watchdog yet affectionate and people‑oriented, needing companionship, training, mental stimulation and regular grooming. Generally robust, long‑lived, and active.
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