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Name	Beagle	Irish Terrier	Jagdterrier
Origins	England	Ireland	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Irish Terrier? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	21 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$600-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Courageous Intelligent Reliable Sociable Strong Willed Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Jagdterrier 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: Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier 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 Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	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 Irish Terrier indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Irish 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.	Jagdterrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jagdterrier bite force: Ordinary.
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 Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	No data available	Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Irish Terrier and Jagdterrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Terrier 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.

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jagdterrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry Straight	Wiry Smooth
Colors What are the original Beagle, Irish Terrier and Jagdterrier color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Red Wheaten	Black Tan Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Beagle or Irish Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Jagdterrier 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: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Good With Comparison

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

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Beagle or Irish Terrier or Jagdterrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jagdterrier 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.

Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier 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 Beagle and Irish Terrier and Jagdterrier have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies	3-8 puppies
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Beagle vs Irish Terrier vs Jagdterrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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	No data available	No data available

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