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Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Berger Briard or Bobtail or Cu Faoil? Find the right dog for you

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Name Briard Old English Sheepdog Irish Wolfhound
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound breeds.
Berger Briard
Berger De Brie
Bobtail Cu Faoil
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound? Compare adult weight ranges.
75 pounds (35 kg) Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg) 90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
75 pounds (35 kg) Male: from 65 pounds (29 kg), Female: from 60 pounds (27 kg) 120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound? Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:
Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51 cm) 28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (51 cm) 31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1000-$1200 $1200-$1500 $1800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound?
Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Old English Sheepdog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Old English Sheepdog dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is easiest to train?
Briard dogs are easy to train.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most alert?
Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most protective?
Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound? Compare temperaments.
Protective
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Faithful
Playful
Funny
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Sociable
Adaptable
Bubbly
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Old English Sheepdog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound?
High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Old English Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:
Briard dogs are a social breed.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Briard dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Briard 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.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Briard barks occasionally.
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Average: The Old English Sheepdog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Old English Sheepdog is a playful breed.
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Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Briard 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 Old English Sheepdog indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most flexible?
Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Old English Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound?
Briard 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.
Old English Sheepdog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Old English Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which uses mouth most during play?
Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Briard bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Old English Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Old English Sheepdog: 11 years
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Old English Sheepdog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has fewer health issues?
The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Old English Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Old English Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Entropion
Diabetes
Heat Intolerance
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most active?
Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.
Old English Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound?
Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Old English Sheepdog 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.

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Old English Sheepdog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which needs most food?
4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Tawny
Gray
Blue
White
Grizzle
Merle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which requires most maintenance?
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which drools least?
The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Old English Sheepdog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Old English Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Waterproof
Shaggy
Double
Wiry
Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which requires most frequent baths?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound? Briard or Old English Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:
Briard dogs shed moderately.
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Old English Sheepdog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best with kids?
Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Briard dogs are generally with other pets.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound?
Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Briard or Old English Sheepdog or Irish Wolfhound?
Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Old English Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound?
Yes
Briard dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Old English Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Briard is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Old English Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.
Old English Sheepdogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. 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 Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. 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 Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Old English Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. 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.

Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has most puppies?
8-10 puppies 5-8 puppies 3-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Briard vs Old English Sheepdog vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section. 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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Briard, Old English Sheepdog, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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