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Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Riesenschnauzer or Aberdeenie or Cu Faoil? Find the right dog for you

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Name Giant Schnauzer Scottish Terrier Irish Wolfhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Riesenschnauzer Aberdeenie
Scottie
Cu Faoil
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Giant Small Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Scottish Terrier? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:
Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) 19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) 90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg) 120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) 28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) 31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$1500 $800-$1000 $1800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:
Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Trainability
Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? 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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Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Playful
Independent
Alert
Quick
Selfish
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound?
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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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
Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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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?
The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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?
Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Scottish 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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Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:
The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound?
Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound 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.
Average: Scottish 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Scottish 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
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 Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound?
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Scottie Cramp
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt
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).
Rare
The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
Life Expectancy
Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, Scottish Terrier and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound?
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 Scottish 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 Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound energy level comparison:
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Scottish 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.

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 8 to 10 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 Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:
Wiry Wiry Wiry
Rough
Colors
What are the original Giant Schnauzer, Scottish Terrier and Irish Wolfhound color?
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Red
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:
Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound?

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average 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 Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound 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.
Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound?
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most 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: Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound?
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Scottish 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Scottish Terrier 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?
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Scottish Terrier or Irish Wolfhound? 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 Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound?

Not really

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

Scottish Terrier 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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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Scottish Terrier and Irish Wolfhound have?
5-8 puppies 2-5 puppies 3-4 puppies

Giant Schnauzer vs Scottish Terrier vs Irish Wolfhound 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 1897 as a Hound 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 Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds 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
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
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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