Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Comparison – Which dog is better Cu Faoil or Hush Puppy?

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Name	Irish Wolfhound	Basset Hound
Origins	Ireland	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	73	39
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cu Faoil	Hush Puppy Basset
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Is the Irish Wolfhound bigger than the Basset Hound breed? Is an Irish Wolfhound smaller than a Basset Hound?	Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound weight comparison:	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	120 pounds (54.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Is an Irish Wolfhound taller than a Basset Hound?	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)	Male: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Irish Wolfhound and Basset Hound?	$1800-$2000	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Basset Hound is quite easy to get.

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound smarter? Which is best? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Basset Hound is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound trainability comparison. What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Basset Hound 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 Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Basset Hound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Basset Hound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful	Friendly Affectionate Devoted Gentle Tempered Sweet Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Irish Wolfhound 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 Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Basset Hound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound social needs comparison:	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Basset Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Basset Hound 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? What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Basset Hound 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 Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound playfulness comparison:	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Basset Hounds are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Basset Hound barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Basset Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Basset Hound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Basset Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Ear Infections Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Ectropion Obesity Glaucoma Panosteitis Thrombopathia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Rare The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Basset Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Wolfhound and Basset Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Irish Wolfhound and Basset Hound?	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Basset Hound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound energy level comparison:	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Basset Hound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Basset Hound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Basset Hound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Does the Irish Wolfhound breed eat more than the Basset Hound breed?	8 to 10 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Basset Hound breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound coat comparison:	Wiry Rough	Dense
Colors What are the original Irish Wolfhound and Basset Hound color? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound color comparison:	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten	Black Gray Tan Red White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound grooming comparison:	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Basset Hound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Do Irish Wolfhound dogs shed more than Basset Hound dogs?	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Basset Hound 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 Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Basset Hound has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Basset Hound drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Basset Hound dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Basset Hound dogs are very 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 Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Basset Hound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? Can an Irish Wolfhound and a Basset Hound be friends? Do Irish Wolfhound dogs get along with Basset Hound dogs?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Basset Hound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Yes Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Basset Hound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Basset Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Basset Hounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Wolfhound or Basset Hound? 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.
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.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound?	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Basset Hound 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.
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.

Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Irish Wolfhound and Basset Hound have? Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound litter size comparison:	3-4 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Irish Wolfhound vs Basset Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound 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 Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Irish Wolfhound Club Of America	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

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