Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Greyhound Versus Lancashire Heeler: Introduction
- Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler: Overview
- Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler
- The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler
- Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler
- Lifespan of Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler
- Price of Greyhound versus Price of Lancashire Heeler
- Health Problems of Greyhound versus Health Problems of Lancashire Heeler
- Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler
- Do Greyhounds shed more than Lancashire Heelers?
- Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler?
- Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lancashire Heeler?
- Do Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Lancashire Heelers?
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Lancashire Heeler
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler?
- Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Lancashire Heelers?
- How Kid-friendly are Greyhounds and Lancashire Heelers?
- Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Lancashire Heeler?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler. Which One is a Better Pet?
Greyhound Versus Lancashire Heeler: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler? 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 Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler 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 Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler 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 Greyhound and for the Lancashire Heeler. 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 Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler.
Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler: Overview
A very important difference between the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Greyhound is a large-sized dog while the Lancashire Heeler is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Lancashire Heeler belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Greyhound to the Lancashire Heeler 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 Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler
| Factor | Greyhound | Lancashire Heeler |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 9 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho | 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 85 pounds | 13 to 15 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.5 years |
| Average Price | $660 | $200 |
| Price Range | $500 – $800 | $200 – $200 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Greyhound 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 Lancashire Heeler. 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 Greyhound is 73 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Lancashire Heeler is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lancashire Heeler is a better pet than the Greyhound. So, you should get the Lancashire Heeler!
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 Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler
Below is a list of where the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler are most different:
The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler
The Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler.
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.
On the other hand, Lancashire Heelers weigh 13 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lancashire Heelers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler
The lifespan of Greyhounds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Greyhounds is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Lancashire Heelers is between 9 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Lancashire Heelers is 11.5 years.
Greyhounds live longer than Lancashire Heelers.
Price of Greyhound versus Price of Lancashire Heeler
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 reviewing the prices of 20 Greyhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Lancashire Heeler puppy is $200. The price of the Lancashire Heeler typically ranges from $200 – $200. However, the price of the Lancashire Heeler can be as low as $200 and as high as $200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Lancashire Heeler puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Greyhound is more expensive than the Lancashire Heeler.
| Greyhound | Lancashire Heeler | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $660 | $200 |
| Price Range | $500 to $800 | $200 to $200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Greyhound and Lancashire Heeler. For different price points, the charts show how many Greyhound puppies or how many Lancashire Heeler puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Greyhounds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Lancashire Heelers?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Greyhound puppy or the Lancashire Heeler 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.
Health Problems of Greyhound versus Health Problems of Lancashire Heeler
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Lancashire Heeler is prone to more genetic health problems than the Greyhound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Lancashire Heeler than for the Greyhound.
2 health tests are recommended for Greyhound while 3 tests are recommended for the Lancashire Heeler.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Greyhounds and in Lancashire Heelers.
Greyhound Health Problems
Greyhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Greyhound puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Greyhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Greyhound breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Greyhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Greyhounds here.
Lancashire Heeler Health Problems
Lancashire Heelers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Lancashire Heeler puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Lancashire Heeler puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Lancashire Heeler breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Lancashire Heelers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Lancashire Heelers here.
Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler
Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.
Lancashire Heelers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Greyhounds shed more than Lancashire Heelers?
Greyhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Lancashire Heelers shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler
Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Lancashire Heelers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler?
Greyhounds are very easy to groom.
Lancashire Heelers are very easy to groom.
Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Lancashire Heeler?
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.
Lancashire Heelers 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.
Do Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Lancashire Heelers?
Greyhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Lancashire Heelers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Lancashire Heelers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Lancashire Heeler
Greyhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Lancashire Heelers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Greyhounds can tolerate hot weather.
Lancashire Heelers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler?
Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Lancashire Heelers?
Greyhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Lancashire Heelers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Greyhounds and Lancashire Heelers?
Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Lancashire Heeler?
Greyhounds are very easy to train.
Lancashire Heelers are fairly easy to train.
Is the Greyhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Lancashire Heeler?
Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Lancashire Heelers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greyhound or the Lancashire Heeler?
Greyhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Lancashire Heelers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Lancashire Heeler 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 Lancashire Heeler:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Greyhound and how the Lancashire Heeler compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Greyhound and of the Lancashire Heeler to other breeds:
Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Greyhound versus Chi-Poo Greyhound versus German Wirehaired Pointer Greyhound versus Portuguese Pointer Greyhound versus Lagotto Romagnolo Greyhound versus Westiepoo Greyhound versus Welsh Terrier Greyhound versus Briard Greyhound versus Great Dane Greyhound versus Irish Water Spaniel Greyhound versus American Bulldog Greyhound versus Sussex Spaniel Greyhound versus Pointer Greyhound versus Belgian Sheepdog Greyhound versus English Toy Spaniel Greyhound versus Basenji Greyhound versus Mountain Cur Greyhound versus Lakeland Terrier Greyhound versus Cesky Terrier Greyhound versus Akita Greyhound versus Boxerdoodle Greyhound versus Miniature Schnauzer Greyhound versus German Shepherd Dog Greyhound versus Barbet Greyhound versus King Shepherd Greyhound versus Barbet
Lancashire Heeler Versus Other Dog Breeds
Lancashire Heeler versus Brussels Griffon Lancashire Heeler versus Pharaoh Hound Lancashire Heeler versus Affenpinscher Lancashire Heeler versus English Springer Spaniel Lancashire Heeler versus Akita Lancashire Heeler versus Jack Russell Terrier Lancashire Heeler versus Weimaraner Lancashire Heeler versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Lancashire Heeler versus Havanese Lancashire Heeler versus Irish Setter Lancashire Heeler versus Lhasa Apso Lancashire Heeler versus Bolognese Lancashire Heeler versus Bracco Italiano Lancashire Heeler versus Bulldog Lancashire Heeler versus Miniature Schnauzer Lancashire Heeler versus Kishu Ken Lancashire Heeler versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Lancashire Heeler versus Whippet Lancashire Heeler versus Chorkie Lancashire Heeler versus Labradoodle Lancashire Heeler versus Irish Setter Lancashire Heeler versus Aussiedoodle Lancashire Heeler versus Kai Ken Lancashire Heeler versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Conclusion: Greyhound versus Lancashire Heeler. 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 Greyhound and the Lancashire Heeler better suits you and your family.