Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Carolina Dog Versus Italian Greyhound: Introduction
- Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound: Overview
- Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound
- The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound
- Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound
- Temperament of the Carolina Dog Versus the Italian Greyhound
- Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Italian Greyhound
- Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Italian Greyhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound
- Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Italian Greyhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound?
- Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Italian Greyhound?
- Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Italian Greyhounds?
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Italian Greyhound
- Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound?
- Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Italian Greyhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Italian Greyhounds?
- Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Italian Greyhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Italian Greyhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Carolina Dog Versus Italian Greyhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Carolina Dog and for the Italian Greyhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound.
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Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Carolina Dog is a medium-sized dog while the Italian Greyhound is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Carolina Dog belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
On the other hand, the Italian Greyhound belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Carolina Dog to the Italian Greyhound based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound
Factor | Carolina Dog | Italian Greyhound |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 14 to 15 years |
Height | 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Weight | 33 to 55 pounds | 6 to 15 pounds |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.5 years |
Average Price | $500 | $1930 |
Price Range | $500 – $500 | $1500 – $2250 |
Temperament Score | 66.7 percent | 81.5 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Carolina Dog in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Italian Greyhound. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Carolina Dog is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Italian Greyhound is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Italian Greyhound is a better pet than the Carolina Dog. So, you should get the Italian Greyhound!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound
Below is a list of where the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound
The Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound.
Carolina Dogs weigh 33 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Carolina Dogs are 18 to 20 inches at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, Italian Greyhounds weigh 6 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Italian Greyhounds are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound
The lifespan of Carolina Dogs is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Carolina Dogs is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Italian Greyhounds is between 14 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Italian Greyhounds is 14.5 years.
Italian Greyhounds live longer than Carolina Dogs.
Temperament of the Carolina Dog Versus the Italian Greyhound
The Italian Greyhound has a better temperament than the Carolina Dog.
This is because the temperament score for the Italian Greyhound is 81.5 percent while the temperament score for the Carolina Dog is 66.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 66.7 percent, the Carolina Dog has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 81.5 percent, the Italian Greyhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound by measuring the temperaments of 3 Carolina Dogs and 54 Italian Greyhounds.
Price of Carolina Dog versus Price of Italian Greyhound
The average price of the Carolina Dog puppy is $500. The price of the Carolina Dog typically ranges from $500 – $500. However, the price of a Carolina Dog can be as low as $500 and as high as $500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 6 Carolina Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Italian Greyhound puppy is $1930. The price of the Italian Greyhound typically ranges from $1500 – $2250. However, the price of the Italian Greyhound can be as low as $750 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 141 Italian Greyhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Italian Greyhound is more expensive than the Carolina Dog.
Carolina Dog | Italian Greyhound | |
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Average Price | $500 | $1930 |
Price Range | $500 to $500 | $1500 to $2250 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Carolina Dog and Italian Greyhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Carolina Dog puppies or how many Italian Greyhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
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A breakdown of the prices of Carolina Dogs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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A breakdown of the prices of Italian Greyhounds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Carolina Dog puppy or the Italian Greyhound puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Carolina Dog versus Adopting the Italian Greyhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Carolina Dogs and many Italian Greyhounds are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Carolina Dog named Sweet Potato that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Carolina Dogs like Sweet Potato on pefinder.com.
Also, like Carolina Dogs, Italian Greyhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Niczu is a Male Italian Greyhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Italian Greyhounds like Niczu that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
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Mitch is the name of another Carolina Dog (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Massimo (Houston) is an adorable Male Italian Greyhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
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You can find more Carolina Dogs and Italian Greyhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound
Carolina Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Italian Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Carolina Dogs shed more than Italian Greyhounds?
Carolina Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Italian Greyhounds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound
Carolina Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Italian Greyhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound?
Carolina Dogs are very easy to groom.
Italian Greyhounds are very easy to groom.
Does the Carolina Dog Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Italian Greyhound?
Carolina Dogs have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Italian Greyhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Carolina Dogs Bark and Howl? What about Italian Greyhounds?
Carolina Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Italian Greyhounds bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Carolina Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Italian Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Carolina Dog vs. Italian Greyhound
Carolina Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Italian Greyhounds have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Carolina Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Italian Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Carolina Dogs can tolerate hot weather.
Italian Greyhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound?
Carolina Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Italian Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Are Carolina Dogs good family dogs? What about Italian Greyhounds?
Carolina Dogs are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Italian Greyhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Carolina Dogs and Italian Greyhounds?
Carolina Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Italian Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Carolina Dog Easier to Train than the Italian Greyhound?
Carolina Dogs are not easy to train.
Italian Greyhounds are fairly easy to train.
Is the Carolina Dog Better for Apartment Owners than the Italian Greyhound?
Carolina Dogs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Italian Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Carolina Dog or the Italian Greyhound?
Carolina Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Italian Greyhounds are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Carolina Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Carolina Dog that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Carolina Dog:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Italian Greyhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Italian Greyhound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Italian Greyhound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Carolina Dog and how the Italian Greyhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Carolina Dog and of the Italian Greyhound to other breeds:
Carolina Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Carolina Dog versus Cocker Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Sloughi Carolina Dog versus Maltese Carolina Dog versus Lakeland Terrier Carolina Dog versus Scottish Terrier Carolina Dog versus Maremma Sheepdog Carolina Dog versus Kuvasz Carolina Dog versus Beaglier Carolina Dog versus Border Terrier Carolina Dog versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Carolina Dog versus Norwegian Buhund Carolina Dog versus Bearded Collie Carolina Dog versus Japanese Chin Carolina Dog versus Goldendoodle Carolina Dog versus Spanish Mastiff Carolina Dog versus Clumber Spaniel Carolina Dog versus Basenji Carolina Dog versus Labradoodle Carolina Dog versus Westiepoo Carolina Dog versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Carolina Dog versus Goldador Carolina Dog versus Shetland Sheepdog Carolina Dog versus Belgian Tervuren Carolina Dog versus German Shepherd Dog Carolina Dog versus Black Mouth Cur
Italian Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Italian Greyhound versus Tibetan Spaniel Italian Greyhound versus Maltese Italian Greyhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Italian Greyhound versus Bullmastiff Italian Greyhound versus Icelandic Sheepdog Italian Greyhound versus Spinone Italiano Italian Greyhound versus Shiloh Shepherd Italian Greyhound versus Yorkshire Terrier Italian Greyhound versus Bulldog Italian Greyhound versus Japanese Chin Italian Greyhound versus Goldendoodle Italian Greyhound versus Berger Picard Italian Greyhound versus Bernedoodle Italian Greyhound versus Bulldog Italian Greyhound versus Miniature Schnauzer Italian Greyhound versus Bichon Frise Italian Greyhound versus Keeshond Italian Greyhound versus Rottweiler Italian Greyhound versus Goldador Italian Greyhound versus Kishu Ken Italian Greyhound versus Golden Cocker Retriever Italian Greyhound versus Tibetan Terrier Italian Greyhound versus Shetland Sheepdog Italian Greyhound versus Collie
Conclusion: Carolina Dog versus Italian Greyhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Carolina Dog and the Italian Greyhound better suits you and your family.