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Name	Blue Heeler	Jack Russell Terrier	Irish Terrier
Origins	Australia	England	Ireland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier breeds.	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Jack Russell Terrier	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier? Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$800	$700-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.	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.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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.

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	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 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Jack Russell Terrier 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	No data available

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. What colors are available?	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Tan White	Red Wheaten
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which drools least?	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Rough	Wiry Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier? Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Blue Heeler or Jack Russell Terrier or Irish Terrier?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier?	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has most military use?	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.

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has most puppies?	1-7 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. What's recommended?	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.

Blue Heeler vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Irish Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Blue Heeler, Jack Russell Terrier, and Irish Terrier. Which has most recognition?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	No data available

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