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Name	Irish Terrier	Bearded Collie	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	Ireland	Scotland	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	114	125	73
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	Argle Bargle Beardie Mountain Collie Highland Collie	Cu Faoil
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	Medium	Large Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Bearded Collie? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:	18 inches (43 cm)	20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18 inches (43 cm)	21 inches (53.5 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1400	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Bearded Collie is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bearded Collie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Active Alert Intelligent Confident Lively Assertive	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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: Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound?	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bearded Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Bearded Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	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.	Bearded Collie 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.

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bearded Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound?	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Bearded Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Arthritis Addison's Disease Eye Diseases	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?	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Bearded Collie 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).
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Life Expectancy Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Terrier, Bearded Collie and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Bearded Collie: 13 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bearded Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bearded Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:	Wiry Straight	Feathered	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original Irish Terrier, Bearded Collie and Irish Wolfhound color?	Red Wheaten	Black Blue Brown Fawn	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or {name3 shedding:	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bearded Collie dogs shed above average. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Bearded Collie has a low 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 Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bearded Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bearded Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Bearded Collie 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: Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bearded Collie 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 Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bearded Collie 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?	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bearded Collies are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie 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. 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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Terrier or Bearded Collie or Irish Wolfhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound?	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bearded Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Irish Terrier and Bearded Collie and Irish Wolfhound have?	4-6 puppies	4-12 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Irish Terrier vs Bearded Collie vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1976 as a Herding 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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