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Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Riesenschnauzer or Daredevil or Irish Blue Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name Giant Schnauzer Irish Terrier Kerry Blue Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Riesenschnauzer Daredevil
Irish Red Terrier
Irish Blue Terrier
Kerry
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Giant Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Irish Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight comparison:
Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) 25-27 pounds (11-12 kg) 33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 26 pounds (11.5 kg) 36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 18 inches (43 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 18 inches (43 cm) Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $600-$800 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier intelligence:
Smart: The Giant Schnauzer 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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Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier trainability comparison.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Spirited
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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Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Kerry Blue Terrier 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: Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier social needs comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Kerry Blue 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.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer 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.
Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
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.
Kerry Blue 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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
No data available No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, Irish Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
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.
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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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier energy level comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier coat comparison:
Wiry Wiry
Straight
Curly
Colors
What are the original Giant Schnauzer, Irish Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Red
Wheaten
Black
Gray
Blue
Silver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Giant Schnauzer or Irish Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier?

Not really

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

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

Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Giant Schnauzer and Irish Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier have?
5-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies

Giant Schnauzer vs Irish Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1922 as a Terrier 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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