Italian Greyhound vs Peruvian Inca Orchid

Compare the Italian Greyhound to the Peruvian Inca Orchid. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Italian Greyhounds and Peruvian Inca Orchids.

Italian Greyhound vs Peruvian Inca Orchid
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
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General Details
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
11-13 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
10-26 Inches
Weight
7-14 Pounds
9-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Origin Country
Turkey
Peru
Origin Year
-1000 BC
750 AD
Temperament
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
65-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
None to Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
11-13 Years
Health Concerns
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Drug sensitivity
Eye problems
Thyroid disorders
Alopecia
Skin allergies
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Skin infections
Irritable bowel syndrome
Sunburn
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Bald
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Hairless to Short
Coat Coloring
Italian Greyhound
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Blue
Blue
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn
Blue Fawn and White
Blue Fawn and White
Brindle
Brindle
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Red
Red
Red Fawn
Red Fawn
Red Fawn and White
Red Fawn and White
Seal
Seal
White
White
White and Black
White and Black
White and Blue
White and Blue
White and Fawn
White and Fawn
White and Red
White and Red
White and Seal
White and Seal
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