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Name	Lakeland Terrier	Irish Terrier	American English Coonhound
Origins	England	Ireland	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Cumberland Terrier Fell Terrier Westmoreland Terrier Patterdale Terrier	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	Redtick Coonhound English Coonhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which is the smallest dog, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or Irish Terrier? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound weight comparison:	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 17 pounds (7.7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (6.8 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	40 -65 pounds (18 - 30 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound height comparison:	14½ inches (36.8 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	14.5 inches (36.8 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	21 - 27 inches (53 - 69 cm)

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1800	$600-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Frequent: The Lakeland Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The American English Coonhound is easier than average to get.

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound trainability comparison.	Lakeland Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Intelligent Confident Friendly Trainable Bold	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Active Energetic Loyal Strung
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Lakeland Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: American English Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound?	Average to High: Lakeland Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: American English Coonhound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound social needs comparison:	Lakeland Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Lakeland Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Lakeland Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound playfulness comparison:	The Lakeland Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The American English Coonhound is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound?	Average: The Lakeland Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The American English Coonhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Apartment-friendly dog the Lakeland Terrier breed.	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 Irish Terrier indoors.	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 American English Coonhound indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Lakeland Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: American English Coonhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Lakeland Terrier 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 Terrier 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.	American English Coonhound 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.

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lakeland Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American English Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.
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 Lakeland Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American English Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound mouthiness comparison:	Lakeland Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound?	Lakeland Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The American English Coonhound 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: Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Lakeland Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The American English Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound lifespan comparison. How long do Lakeland Terrier, Irish Terrier and American English Coonhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Lakeland Terrier: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of American English Coonhound: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Lakeland Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The American English Coonhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound energy level comparison:	Lakeland Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	American English Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lakeland Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American English Coonhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Lakeland Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	American English Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Lakeland Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The American English Coonhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound coat comparison:	Wiry	Wiry Straight	Hard
Colors What are the original Lakeland Terrier, Irish Terrier and American English Coonhound color?	Black Tan Red Blue Grizzle Liver Wheaten	Red Wheaten	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American English Coonhound requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Lakeland Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	American English Coonhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound?	Medium ⏺ The Lakeland Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American English Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Lakeland Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The American English Coonhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lakeland Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	American English Coonhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American English Coonhound dogs are not the most 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 Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American English Coonhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	American English Coonhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound?	Lakeland Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	American English Coonhound dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound?	Yes Lakeland Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American English Coonhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lakeland Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American English Coonhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lakeland Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	American English Coonhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound 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: Lakeland Terrier or Irish Terrier or American English Coonhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound?	Not really Lakeland Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American English Coonhound 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.

Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound 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 Lakeland Terrier and Irish Terrier and American English Coonhound have?	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Lakeland Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs American English Coonhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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 New Zealand Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	No data available	American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club

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