Differences and Similarities between the Frenchton and the Greyhound.

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Frenchton Versus Greyhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Frenchton and the Greyhound? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Frenchton and the 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 Frenchton and the Greyhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Frenchton and the 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 Frenchton and for the Greyhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Frenchton and the Greyhound.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Frenchton or the Greyhound

Frenchton versus Greyhound: Overview

A very important difference between the Frenchton and the Greyhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Frenchton is a small-sized dog while the Greyhound is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Frenchton belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Greyhound 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.

Frenchton versus Greyhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Frenchton to the 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.

Factor Frenchton Greyhound
Height 11 to 14 inches 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Weight 15 to 25 pounds 50 to 85 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 2/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $2130 $660
Price Range $1650 – $2500 $500 – $800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Frenchton 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 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 a Frenchton is 95 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Greyhound is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Frenchton is a better pet than the Greyhound. So, you should get the Frenchton!

    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 Frenchton and the Greyhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Frenchton and the Greyhound

    Below is a list of where the Frenchton and the Greyhound are most different:

  • Frenchtons are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Greyhounds gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Greyhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Frenchtons are good for new dog owners. However, Greyhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Frenchton and the Greyhound

    The Frenchton and the Greyhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Frenchton and the Greyhound are most similar:

  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound are very easy to train.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Frenchton and the Greyhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Frenchton versus Greyhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Frenchton and the Greyhound.

    Frenchtons weigh 15 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Frenchtons are 11 to 14 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Greyhounds weigh 50 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Greyhounds are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho when fully grown.

    Price of Frenchton versus Price of Greyhound

    The average price of the Frenchton puppy is $2130. The price of the Frenchton typically ranges from $1650 – $2500. However, the price of a Frenchton can be as low as $800 and as high as $8000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 230 Frenchton puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Greyhound puppy is $660. The price of the Greyhound typically ranges from $500 – $800. However, the price of a Greyhound can be as low as $400 and as high as $1100. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 20 Greyhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Frenchton is more expensive than the Greyhound.

    Frenchton Greyhound
    Average Price $2130 $660
    Price Range $1650 to $2500 $500 to $800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Frenchton and Greyhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Frenchton puppies or how many Greyhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Frenchtons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Greyhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Greyhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Frenchton puppy or the 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Frenchton versus Greyhound

    Frenchtons do not like to be left alone.

    Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Does the Frenchton Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Greyhound?

    Frenchtons have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    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.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Frenchtons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Can Frenchtons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Frenchtons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Greyhounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Which one drools more, the Frenchton or the Greyhound

    Frenchtons drool moderately.

    Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Do Frenchtons Bark and Howl? What about Greyhounds?

    Frenchtons bark and howl, but not very much.

    Greyhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Frenchton vs. Greyhound

    Frenchtons have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Greyhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Do Frenchtons shed more than Greyhounds?

    Frenchtons shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Greyhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Is the Frenchton Easier to Train than the Greyhound?

    Frenchtons are very easy to train.

    Greyhounds are very easy to train.

    Is the Frenchton Better for Apartment Owners than the Greyhound?

    Frenchtons adapt very well to apartment living.

    Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Frenchton or the Greyhound?

    Frenchtons are very good for new dog owners.

    Greyhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Are Frenchtons good family dogs? What about Greyhounds?

    Frenchtons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Greyhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Frenchtons and Greyhounds?

    Frenchtons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Frenchton or the Greyhound?

    Frenchtons get along very well with other dogs.

    Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Frenchton or the Greyhound?

    Frenchtons are very easy to groom.

    Greyhounds are very easy to groom.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Frenchton

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Frenchton 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 Frenchton:

  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Greyhound vs Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
  • Japanese Spitz (75 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Greyhound vs Japanese Spitz.
  • Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier (77 percent match with Frenchton). Here is our comparison of the Greyhound vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the 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 Greyhound:

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (70 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • Bull Terrier (71 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Bull Terrier.
  • Weimaraner (69 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Frenchton vs Weimaraner.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Frenchton and how the Greyhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Frenchton and of the Greyhound to other breeds:

    Frenchton Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Frenchton versus Lhasapoo     Frenchton versus French Bulldog     Frenchton versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Frenchton versus Lhasapoo     Frenchton versus English Toy Spaniel     Frenchton versus Patterdale Terrier     Frenchton versus Bulldog     Frenchton versus Standard Schnauzer     Frenchton versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Frenchton versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     

    Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Greyhound versus Doberman Pinscher     Greyhound versus Bernedoodle     Greyhound versus Samoyed     Greyhound versus Papipoo     Greyhound versus American Eskimo Dog     Greyhound versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Greyhound versus American Bulldog     Greyhound versus Labrador Retriever     Greyhound versus Chi-Poo     Greyhound versus Australian Cattle Dog     

    Conclusion: Frenchton versus 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 Frenchton and the Greyhound better suits you and your family.