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Name	Black Russian Terrier	Irish Wolfhound	Poodle
Origins	Russia	Ireland	Germany France
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Black Terrier Mustaterrieri Russian Bear Schnauzer Schwarzer Russicher Terrier Stalin's Dog Tchiorny Terrier Terrier Noir Russem Chornyi	Cu Faoil	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle?	Giant	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Irish Wolfhound? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle weight comparison:	80-143 pounds (36-65 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	111.5 pounds (50.5 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle height comparison:	Male: 25-29 inches (64-74 cm), Female: 25-28 inches (64-72 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (69 cm), Female: 26.5 inches (68 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

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

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Confident Affectionate Lively Gentle Social Cheerful Brave Stable Defensive	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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 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: Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle?	Average to High: Black Russian Terrier 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.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Black Russian Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Black Russian Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Black Russian Terrier 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.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Black Russian Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle?	Average: The Black Russian Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle?	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 Black Russian Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle?	Black Russian Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	The Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Elbow Dysplasia Urinary Stones	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Black Russian 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).	Average The Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Black Russian Terrier, Irish Wolfhound and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Black Russian Terrier: 12 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Black Russian Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Black Russian Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle?	Black Russian Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle?	3 to 4.5 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	2 to 3 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? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Black Russian Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle coat comparison:	Rough Curly Waterproof	Wiry Rough	Curly
Colors What are the original Black Russian Terrier, Irish Wolfhound and Poodle color?	Black Gray	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Black Russian Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or {name3 shedding:	Black Russian Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle 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: Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle 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, Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Black Russian Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Black Russian Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Black Russian Terrier or Irish Wolfhound or Poodle? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle?	Not really Black Russian Terrier 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.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes 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.

Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle 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 Black Russian Terrier and Irish Wolfhound and Poodle have?	6-12 puppies	3-4 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Black Russian Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle 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. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National 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 Canadian Canine Registry

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