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Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Jack or Blue Heeler or Cu Faoil? Find the right dog for you

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Name Jack Russell Terrier Australian Cattle Dog Irish Wolfhound
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Group Hunting Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Jack
Russell Terrier
Blue Heeler
Cattle Dog
Red Heeler
Queensland Heeler
Cu Faoil
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?
Small Medium Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Australian Cattle Dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:
11-18 pounds (5-8 kg) 30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) 90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) 46 pounds (20.5 kg) 120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:
8-15 inches (20-38 cm) Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) 28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
11.5 inches (29 cm) Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) 31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1000 $500-$700 $1800-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?
Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Australian Cattle Dog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:
Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Australian Cattle Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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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
Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Cheerful
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Aggressive
Dignified
Intelligent
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Generous
Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Irish Wolfhound 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?
High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Australian Cattle Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:
The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?
A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Low to Average: The Australian Cattle Dog rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Australian Cattle Dog breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Australian Cattle Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Australian Cattle Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

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

Low 🔽

The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Australian Cattle Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?
The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Australian Cattle Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Drug Sensitivity
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Australian Cattle Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Russell Terrier, Australian Cattle Dog and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Australian Cattle Dog: 13 years
6-10 years
The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Australian Cattle Dog 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 Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 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? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Cattle Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:
Rough Dense Wiry
Rough
Colors
What are the original Jack Russell Terrier, Australian Cattle Dog and Irish Wolfhound color?
Black
Tan
White
Red
Blue
Speckled
Mottled
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Silver
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Australian Cattle Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or {name3 shedding:
Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders.
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Australian Cattle Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound 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, Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?

Medium

The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Australian Cattle Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Australian Cattle Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

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

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound 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: Jack Russell Terrier or Australian Cattle Dog or Irish Wolfhound? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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: Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound?

Yes

Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Australian Cattle Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Irish Wolfhound 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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Jack Russell Terrier and Australian Cattle Dog and Irish Wolfhound have?
4-8 puppies 1-7 puppies, average 5 3-4 puppies

Jack Russell Terrier vs Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1980 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) section. Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-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
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 Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
Jack Russell Terrier 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
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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