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Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cu Faoil or Barzoi or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Wolfhound Borzoi Great Dane
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cu Faoil Barzoi
Psovoi
Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya
Russian Wolfhound
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
Giant Large
Giant
Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Borzoi? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane weight comparison:
90-150 pounds (40-69 kg) Male: 75-105 pounds (34-48 kg), Female: 60-90 pounds (27-41kg) Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
120 pounds (54.5 kg) Male: 90 pounds (41 kg), Female: 75 pounds (34 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane height comparison:
28-35 inches (71-90 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
31.5 inches (80.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which is more expensive?
$1800-$2000 $1000-$1200 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Borzoi is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low: The Borzoi is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane trainability comparison.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Borzoi dogs are easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Borzoi dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? 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.
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Borzoi dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
Independent
Intelligent
Gentle
Quiet
Athletic
Respectful
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Borzoi dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Great Dane 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 Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?
High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Borzoi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Borzoi dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Borzoi is strong enough to escape from home.
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Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Borzoi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Great Dane 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 Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane playfulness comparison:
Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Borzois, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?
Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Low: The Borzoi barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
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 Borzoi indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane 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.
Average: Borzoi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
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.
Great Dane 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 Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Borzoi bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Borzoi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane mouthiness comparison:
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Borzoi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Borzoi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane 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
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Anesthesia Sensitivity
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Dental Problems
Thyroid Disorder
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Borzoi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Wolfhound, Borzoi and Great Dane breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Borzoi: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Borzoi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane energy level comparison:
Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Borzoi dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Borzoi dogs have an average exercise need.
Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Borzoi dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
8 to 10 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. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Borzoi has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane coat comparison:
Wiry
Rough
Feathered Dense
Colors
What are the original Irish Wolfhound, Borzoi and Great Dane color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Black
Red
Cream
White
Sable
Brindle
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane grooming comparison:
Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Borzoi requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or {name3 shedding:
Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Borzoi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
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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Hypoallergenic
Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Borzoi has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Borzoi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane 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.
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Not really

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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Wolfhound or Borzoi or Great Dane? Which is better for autism?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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 Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane?

Not really

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

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

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Irish Wolfhound and Borzoi and Great Dane have?
3-4 puppies 1-11 puppies 10-15 puppies

Irish Wolfhound vs Borzoi vs Great Dane 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 1891 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working 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 Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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