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Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Daredevil or English Foxhound or Welsh Cocker Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Terrier English Foxhound Welsh Springer Spaniel
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel breeds.
Daredevil
Irish Red Terrier
No data available Welsh Cocker Spaniel
Welsh Starter
Welshie
Welsh Springer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
25-27 pounds (11-12 kg) 65-70 pounds (29-32 kg) Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
26 pounds (11.5 kg) 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg) Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel height comparison:
18 inches (43 cm) Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm) Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
18 inches (43 cm) Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $800-$1200 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The English Foxhound is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Active
Friendly
Gentle
Sociable
Companionable
Tolerant
Active
Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
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.
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English Foxhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Foxhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel social needs comparison:
Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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English Foxhound dogs are a social breed.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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English Foxhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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English Foxhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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A lot: English Foxhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: English Foxhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Foxhound breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Foxhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
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.
English Foxhound 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 English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Foxhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Foxhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of English Foxhound: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
English Foxhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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.
Frequent
The English Foxhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Epilepsy
Renal Disease
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Glaucoma

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Foxhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Foxhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Foxhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The English Foxhound has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which needs most food?
1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 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.

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What colors are available?
Red
Wheaten
Black
Tan
White
Lemon
Red
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The English Foxhound requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Foxhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Foxhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry
Straight
Dense Silky
Soft
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or {name3 shedding:
Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Foxhound dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Foxhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
English Foxhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
English Foxhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
English Foxhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Terrier or English Foxhound or Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
English Foxhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel?
Yes
Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Foxhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Yes
English Foxhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
English Foxhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Welsh Springer Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

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

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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

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

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most military use?

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 5-7 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Irish Terrier vs English Foxhound vs Welsh Springer Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1909 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1914 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Irish Terrier, English Foxhound, and Welsh Springer Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
No data available

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