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Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cu Faoil or Blackbear or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Wolfhound Newfoundland Golden Retriever
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever breeds.
Cu Faoil Blackbear
Newfie
The Gentle Giant
Newf
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
90-150 pounds (40-69 kg) Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
120 pounds (54.5 kg) Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever? Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
28-35 inches (71-90 cm) Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
31.5 inches (80.5 cm) Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1800-$2000 $1500-$2000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever?
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Newfoundland dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Cheerful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever?
High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Newfoundland dogs are a social breed.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Newfoundland dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever 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 Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Newfoundland rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Newfoundland indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Newfoundland has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Newfoundland dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Newfoundland bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
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 cold weather
The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
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).
Rare
The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever 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
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Cherry Eye
Elbow Dysplasia
Addison's Disease
Cystinuria
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Newfoundland dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever?
Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Newfoundland dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Black
Gray
White
Brown
Golden
Light
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?
The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Golden Retriever 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Newfoundland has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry
Rough
Fluffy
Waterproof
Thick
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever? Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or {name3 shedding:
Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Wolfhound or Newfoundland or Golden Retriever?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever?
Yes
Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Newfoundland dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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
Newfoundland is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.
Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

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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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has most military use?

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 Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?
3-4 puppies 4-12 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?

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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Irish Wolfhound vs Newfoundland vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Irish Wolfhound, Newfoundland, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?
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 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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