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Name	Berger Picard	Irish Wolfhound	Giant Schnauzer
Origins	France	Ireland	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Picardy Sheepdog Picardy Shepherd Berger de Picardie	Cu Faoil	Riesenschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Large	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Irish Wolfhound? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer weight comparison:	51–71 lb (23–32 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	61 lb (27.5 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$1800-$2000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Frequent: The Berger Picard is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Berger Picard dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Berger Picard dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Berger Picard dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Lively Assertive Mellow	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Berger Picard dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Average to High: Berger Picard dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Berger Picard dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Berger Picard dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Berger Picard 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. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Giant Schnauzer 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

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Berger Picard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Berger Picard bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer 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 Berger Picard has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Berger Picard dogs have a lower 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.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Berger Picards tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Retinal Dysplasia Eye Infections	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Berger Picard 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 Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Berger Picard, Irish Wolfhound and Giant Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Berger Picard: 13 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Berger Picard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer?	4 to 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	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? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Berger Picard has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer coat comparison:	Wiry Waterproof Double	Wiry Rough	Wiry
Colors What are the original Berger Picard, Irish Wolfhound and Giant Schnauzer color?	Gray Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Average: The Berger Picard requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or {name3 shedding:	Berger Picard dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Medium ⏺ The Berger Picard has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Berger Picard 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.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Good With Comparison

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

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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: Berger Picard or Irish Wolfhound or Giant Schnauzer? 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: Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer?	Not really Berger Picard 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.	Not really Giant Schnauzer 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.

Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer 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 Berger Picard and Irish Wolfhound and Giant Schnauzer have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	3-4 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Berger Picard vs Irish Wolfhound vs Giant Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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