Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Greyhound Versus Pekingese: Introduction
- Greyhound versus Pekingese: Overview
- Greyhound versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Pekingese
- The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Pekingese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Pekingese
- Lifespan of Greyhound versus Pekingese
- Temperament of the Greyhound Versus the Pekingese
- Price of Greyhound versus Price of Pekingese
- Adopting the Greyhound versus Adopting the Pekingese
- The Intelligence of the Greyhound versus the Intelligence of the Pekingese
- The Popularity of Greyhound versus Popularity of Pekingese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Pekingese
- Do Greyhounds shed more than Pekingeses?
- Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Pekingese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Pekingese?
- Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
- Do Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Pekingese
- Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Pekingese?
- Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
- How Kid-friendly are Greyhounds and Pekingeses?
- Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pekingese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Greyhound versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Greyhound Versus Pekingese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Greyhound and the Pekingese? 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Greyhound and the Pekingese 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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese.
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 Pekingese.
Greyhound versus Pekingese: Overview
A very important difference between the Greyhound and the Pekingese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Greyhound is a large-sized dog while the Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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.
Greyhound versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Greyhound to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese
| Factor | Greyhound | Pekingese |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 50 to 85 pounds | 7 to 14 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $660 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $500 – $800 | $1288 – $2500 |
| Temperament Score | 79.7 percent | 93.3 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 149 | 86 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 46 | 73 |
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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese is 77 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pekingese is a better pet than the Greyhound. So, you should get the Pekingese!
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 Pekingese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Greyhound and the Pekingese
Below is a list of where the Greyhound and the Pekingese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Greyhound and the Pekingese
The Greyhound and the Pekingese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Greyhound and the Pekingese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Greyhound versus Pekingese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Greyhound and the Pekingese.
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, Pekingeses weigh 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Pekingeses are 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Greyhound versus Pekingese
The lifespan of Greyhounds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Greyhounds is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Pekingeses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pekingeses is 13.5 years.
Temperament of the Greyhound Versus the Pekingese
The Pekingese has a better temperament than the Greyhound.
This is because the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 percent while the temperament score for the Greyhound is 79.7 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 79.7 percent, the Greyhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 93.3 percent, the Pekingese has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Greyhound and the Pekingese by measuring the temperaments of 69 Greyhounds and 15 Pekingeses.
Price of Greyhound versus Price of Pekingese
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 Pekingese puppy is $1930. The price of the Pekingese typically ranges from $1288 – $2500. However, the price of the Pekingese can be as low as $700 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 138 Pekingese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pekingese is more expensive than the Greyhound.
| Greyhound | Pekingese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $660 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $500 to $800 | $1288 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Greyhound and Pekingese. For different price points, the charts show how many Greyhound puppies or how many Pekingese 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 Pekingeses?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Greyhound puppy or the Pekingese 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 Greyhound versus Adopting the Pekingese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Greyhounds and many Pekingeses 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 Greyhound named Flight Risk that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Greyhounds like Flight Risk on pefinder.com.
Also, like Greyhounds, Pekingeses are also available for adoption. For example, Rufio is a Male Pekingese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pekingeses like Rufio that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Popeye is the name of another Greyhound (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Johnny is an adorable Male Pekingese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Greyhounds and Pekingeses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Greyhound versus the Intelligence of the Pekingese
| Greyhound | Pekingese | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 46 out of 130 dog breeds | 73 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More! |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Greyhound has an obedience intelligence rank of 46 out of 130 dog breeds. The Greyhound belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Greyhounds tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.
The Pekingese has an obedience intelligence rank of 73 out of 130 dog breeds. The Pekingese belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Pekingeses tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.
The Greyhound is more intelligent than the Pekingese.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Greyhound versus Popularity of Pekingese
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Greyhound and the Pekingese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Pekingese is more popular with dog owners than the Greyhound. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Pekingese is 86 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Greyhound is 149 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Greyhound
Popularity of Pekingese
| Year | Greyhound Popularity Rank | Pekingese Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 148 | 77 |
| 2014 | 147 | 82 |
| 2015 | 147 | 80 |
| 2016 | 151 | 93 |
| 2017 | 156 | 88 |
| 2018 | 145 | 92 |
| 2019 | 162 | 83 |
| 2020 | 142 | 95 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Greyhound versus Pekingese
Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Greyhounds shed more than Pekingeses?
Greyhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Greyhound or the Pekingese
Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Greyhound or the Pekingese?
Greyhounds are very easy to groom.
Pekingeses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Greyhound Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
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.
Pekingeses 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 Greyhounds Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
Greyhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Greyhounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Greyhound vs. Pekingese
Greyhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Pekingeses have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Greyhounds can tolerate hot weather.
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Greyhound or the Pekingese?
Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Greyhounds good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
Greyhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pekingeses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Greyhounds and Pekingeses?
Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Is the Greyhound Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
Greyhounds are very easy to train.
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Is the Greyhound Better for Apartment Owners than the Pekingese?
Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Greyhound or the Pekingese?
Greyhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pekingeses are very good 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 Pekingese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Greyhound and how the Pekingese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Greyhound and of the Pekingese to other breeds:
Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Greyhound versus Sloughi Greyhound versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Greyhound versus Australian Kelpie Greyhound versus Yorkipoo Greyhound versus German Longhaired Pointer Greyhound versus Chihuahua Greyhound versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Greyhound versus Toy Fox Terrier Greyhound versus Cane Corso Greyhound versus Bouvier des Flandres Greyhound versus American Hairless Terrier Greyhound versus Weimaraner Greyhound versus Alaskan Malamute Greyhound versus Irish Water Spaniel Greyhound versus Welsh Terrier Greyhound versus Briard Greyhound versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound versus Kuvasz Greyhound versus Beagle Greyhound versus Dachshund Greyhound versus Bull Terrier Greyhound versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Greyhound versus Boerboel Greyhound versus German Wirehaired Pointer Greyhound versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Pekingese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Pekingese versus Black Mouth Cur Pekingese versus Italian Greyhound Pekingese versus Kai Ken Pekingese versus Jack Russell Terrier Pekingese versus Shiba Inu Pekingese versus Yorkipoo Pekingese versus Carolina Dog Pekingese versus French Spaniel Pekingese versus Sussex Spaniel Pekingese versus Lagotto Romagnolo Pekingese versus Pyredoodle Pekingese versus Shih Tzu Pekingese versus Chinese Shar-Pei Pekingese versus Irish Wolfhound Pekingese versus Alaskan Malamute Pekingese versus Manchester Terrier Pekingese versus Samoyed Pekingese versus Toy Poodle Pekingese versus French Bulldog Pekingese versus Kooikerhondje Pekingese versus German Shorthaired Pointer Pekingese versus Dogue de Bordeaux Pekingese versus Bloodhound Pekingese versus Westiepoo Pekingese versus Brussels Griffon
Conclusion: Greyhound versus Pekingese. 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 Pekingese better suits you and your family.