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Name	Irish Wolfhound	Greyhound	Cockapoo
Origins	Ireland	United Kingdom	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cu Faoil	English Greyhound	Cockerdoodle Spoodle Cockerpoo
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Giant	Giant	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Greyhound? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo weight comparison:	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	12-24 pounds (5.4-11 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	120 pounds (54.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	18 pounds (5.7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo height comparison:	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	10-15 inches (25-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Which is more expensive?	$1800-$2000	$500-$800	$900-$1100
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Cockapoo is easier than average to get.

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo 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 Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo trainability comparison.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? 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.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Playful Loving Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Going Social Cheerful
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. See more.	Sensitive: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Greyhound vs Cockapoo?	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cockapoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo social needs comparison:	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
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. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo playfulness comparison:	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Cockapoo is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo?	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Cockapoo 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 Greyhound or Cockapoo?	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Cockapoo breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo 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.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Cockapoo 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 Greyhound or Cockapoo?	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.	Cockapoo 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 Greyhound vs Cockapoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cockapoo 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 Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cockapoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo mouthiness comparison:	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cockapoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Cockapoo 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 Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
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 Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Cockapoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Wolfhound, Greyhound and Cockapoo breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Cockapoo: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo energy level comparison:	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Cockapoo 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 Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Cockapoo dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Cockapoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo?	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cockapoo's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo coat comparison:	Wiry Rough	Fine	Curly Wavy
Colors What are the original Irish Wolfhound, Greyhound and Cockapoo color?	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten	Black Gray Red Blue White	Black Tan Red White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo grooming comparison:	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cockapoo dogs are low shedders. 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 Greyhound or Cockapoo?	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 Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No 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 Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo?	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cockapoo 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. See more.	The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cockapoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Cockapoo dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo 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 Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo 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 Greyhound or Cockapoo?	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cockapoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo?	Yes Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cockapoo 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 Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Cockapoo 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.	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cockapoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo 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 Wolfhound or Greyhound or Cockapoo? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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 Greyhound vs Cockapoo?	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cockapoo 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 Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo 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 Wolfhound and Greyhound and Cockapoo have?	3-4 puppies	1-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Irish Wolfhound vs Greyhound vs Cockapoo 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.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry

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