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Name	American Foxhound	English Foxhound	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	United States	England	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	187	189	73
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	No data available	Cu Faoil
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or English Foxhound? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:	65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	65-70 pounds (29-32 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	70 pounds (31.5 kg)	67.5 pounds (30.5 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:	21-25 inches (53-64 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$800-$1200	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	Frequent: The American Foxhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The English Foxhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.	American Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	American Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	American Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	English Foxhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Loyal Tempered Kind Sweet	Active Friendly Gentle Sociable Companionable Tolerant	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	American Foxhound dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	High: American Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	American Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Foxhound dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	American Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	American Foxhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:	The American Foxhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: English Foxhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	A lot: American Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: English Foxhound is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the American Foxhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Foxhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	American Foxhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Foxhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	American Foxhound 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.	English Foxhound 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.

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The American Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:	American Foxhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Foxhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	American Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	English Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Renal Disease	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The American Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The English Foxhound 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do American Foxhound, English Foxhound and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of American Foxhound: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of English Foxhound: 11 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American Foxhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	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. See more.

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	4 to 7 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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:	High: The American Foxhound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The English Foxhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:	Rough	Dense	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original American Foxhound, English Foxhound and Irish Wolfhound color?	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black Tan White Lemon	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The American Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Foxhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? American Foxhound or English Foxhound or {name3 shedding:	American Foxhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Foxhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	Medium ⏺ The American Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The American Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	American Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	English Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	American Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	American Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	American Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound?	American Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes American Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Foxhound 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes American Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	Yes English Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	American Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: American Foxhound or English Foxhound or Irish Wolfhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	Not really American Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Foxhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can American Foxhound and English Foxhound and Irish Wolfhound have?	5-7 puppies	5-7 puppies	3-4 puppies
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American Foxhound vs English Foxhound vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand 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

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