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Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bingley Terrier or Cu Faoil or St. Hubert Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Airedale Terrier Irish Wolfhound Bloodhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bingley Terrier
Irish Red Terrier
Waterside Terrier
Cu Faoil St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Which is the smallest dog, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Medium Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Irish Wolfhound? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound weight comparison:
Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg) 90-150 pounds (40-69 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg) 120 pounds (54.5 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm) 28-35 inches (71-90 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) 31.5 inches (80.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1800-$2000 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound intelligence:
Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound trainability comparison.
Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Loyal
Adaptable
Brave
Balanced
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound?
Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound social needs comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound playfulness comparison:
The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound?
Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Airedale Terrier indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound mouthiness comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bloodhound dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound?
Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Umbilical Hernias
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier, Irish Wolfhound and Bloodhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound energy level comparison:
Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound coat comparison:
Wiry
Dense
Rough
Wiry
Rough
Rough
Colors
What are the original Airedale Terrier, Irish Wolfhound and Bloodhound color?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or {name3 shedding:
Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound?

Medium

The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Bloodhound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bloodhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound?
Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound?
Yes
Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bloodhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bloodhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Airedale Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Bloodhound? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound?

Not really

Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Airedale Terrier and Irish Wolfhound and Bloodhound have?
7-9 puppies 3-4 puppies 8-10 puppies

Airedale Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Bloodhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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