Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Comparison – Which dog is better Cu Faoil or Sheepdog?

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Name	Irish Wolfhound	Border Collie
Origins	Ireland	England Scotland Wales
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	73	38
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie. What other names are these breeds known by?	Cu Faoil	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Irish Wolfhound and a Border Collie. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Irish Wolfhound and a Border Collie. Which breed is heavier?	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	120 pounds (54.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie? Is an Irish Wolfhound taller than a Border Collie?	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Irish Wolfhound and a Border Collie. Which breed costs more?	$1800-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie?	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare training requirements.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare alertness levels.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare territorial behaviors.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Irish Wolfhound and a Border Collie. How do their temperaments differ?	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie 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 Wolfhound vs Border Collie?	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Collie 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 Border Collie social needs comparison:	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Border Collie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare adaptability levels.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare average lifespans.	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare climate tolerances.	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 cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Irish Wolfhound and a Border Collie. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie?	Rare The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie 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 Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare activity levels.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie?	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare daily food needs.	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

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie? Compare breed colors.	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare drooling amounts.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Irish Wolfhound and a Border Collie? Compare fur types.	Wiry Rough	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie? Do Irish Wolfhound dogs shed more than Border Collie dogs?	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare kid-friendliness.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Wolfhound or Border Collie? Can an Irish Wolfhound and a Border Collie be friends? Do Irish Wolfhound dogs get along with Border Collie dogs?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie?	Yes Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie 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 Border Collie 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.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare therapy capabilities.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Irish Wolfhound or a Border Collie? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie. Which has stronger military background?	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 Border Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie. Which has larger litters?	3-4 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Irish Wolfhound vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Irish Wolfhound and Border Collie. Which is more widely recognized?	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 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association

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