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Name	Irish Terrier	Brittany	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Ireland	France	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	114	26	17
Reviews	2	3	7
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Brittany? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$700-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? 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.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
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.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd?	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	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 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 Brittany indoors.	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd 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.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	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.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd 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.

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
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 Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd?	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
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 Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Terrier, Brittany and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd?	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 Brittany 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 Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd energy level comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	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.	1.5 to 2.5 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 Brittany vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Wiry Straight	Feathered	Feathered
Colors What are the original Irish Terrier, Brittany and Australian Shepherd color?	Red Wheaten	White Orange Liver Roan	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Irish Terrier or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd 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.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Terrier or Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany or Australian Shepherd?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd 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.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany or Australian Shepherd? 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.
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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: Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd?	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany vs Australian Shepherd 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 Brittany and Australian Shepherd have?	4-6 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Irish Terrier vs Brittany vs Australian Shepherd 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 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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