Bull Terrier vs Greyhound

Compare the Bull Terrier to the Greyhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bull Terriers and Greyhounds.

Bull Terrier vs Greyhound
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
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General Details
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
18-21 Inches
25-30 Inches
Weight
45-65 Pounds
60-85 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Egypt
Origin Year
1862 AD
-4000 BC
Temperament
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Living Environment
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
65-80 °F
65-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
45 MPH
Strength
High to Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
None
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Common Health Issues
Luxating patella
Deafness
Lens luxation
Heart problems
Kidney issues
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Heart murmurs
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Osteoarthritis
Alopecia
Sensitivity to anesthesia
Cold intolerance
Pannus
Vitreous degeneration
Musculoskeletal injuries
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Bull Terrier
Greyhound
Breed Colors
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