Spanish Greyhound vs American Foxhound
Compare Spanish Greyhound and American Foxhound 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
Spanish Greyhound
American Foxhound
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
60 – 70 cm
53 – 64 cm
Weight
23 – 25 kg
27 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
11 – 13 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Characteristics
Spanish Greyhound
High energy
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
American Foxhound
Large
Summary
About Spanish Greyhound
The Spanish Greyhound (Galgo Español) is an ancient Spanish sighthound, lightly built with a long body, deep chest and smooth, efficient movement. Calm, sensitive and affectionate at home, it needs regular exercise, gentle training and protection from cold due to its fine coat and low body fat.
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