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Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cu Faoil or Deerhound or English Greyhound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Wolfhound Scottish Deerhound Greyhound
OriginsIreland flagIreland Scotland flagScotland United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
Group Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cu Faoil Deerhound English Greyhound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?
Giant Giant Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Scottish Deerhound? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound weight comparison:
90-150 pounds (40-69 kg) 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg) Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
120 pounds (54.5 kg) 92.5 pounds (42 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound height comparison:
28-35 inches (71-90 cm) 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
31.5 inches (80.5 cm) 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? Which is more expensive?
$1800-$2000 $1000-$1200 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound trainability comparison.
Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?
Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? 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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Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
Dignified
Friendly
Docile
Gentle
Polite
Still
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Quiet
Athletic
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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Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound?
High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound social needs comparison:
Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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 Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home.
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Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound playfulness comparison:
Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound?
Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound 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: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound?
Very healthy dog breed.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Factor Vii Deficiency
Drug Sensitivity
Cystinuria
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
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
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).
Rare
The Scottish Deerhound 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.
Life Expectancy
Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Wolfhound, Scottish Deerhound and Greyhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound?
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 Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 4 to 5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound weight gain potential comparison:
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 Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound coat comparison:
Wiry
Rough
Wiry Fine
Colors
What are the original Irish Wolfhound, Scottish Deerhound and Greyhound color?
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Gray
Blue
Brindle
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound grooming comparison:
Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or {name3 shedding:
Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately.
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Greyhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Wolfhound or Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound?

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Scottish Deerhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound Good With Comparison

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

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound or Greyhound? 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 Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound?

Not really

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

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

Greyhound 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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Not really

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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound 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 Scottish Deerhound and Greyhound have?
3-4 puppies 4-8 puppies 1-12 puppies

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound vs Greyhound 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 1886 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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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