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Name	Irish Terrier	Welsh Terrier	Dachshund
Origins	Ireland	Wales	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	114	109	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	Welshie	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund weight comparison:	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund height comparison:	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Friendly Spirited	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
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.	Welsh 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund?	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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.	Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund?	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. 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 Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund 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.	Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
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 Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund?	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	No data available	Skin Irritation	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
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.	Frequent The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Terrier, Welsh Terrier and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund?	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund energy level comparison:	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Welsh Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Welsh Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Welsh Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
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Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Wiry Straight	Wiry Soft Waterproof	Fine
Colors What are the original Irish Terrier, Welsh Terrier and Dachshund color?	Red Wheaten	Black Tan Grizzle	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes 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 Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low 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 Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund 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.	Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier or Dachshund?	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund?	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund 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.	Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier or Dachshund? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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 Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund?	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund 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 Welsh Terrier and Dachshund have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier vs Dachshund 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 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the 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. 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

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