Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Comparison – Which dog is better Poacher's Dog or Black Fell Terrier?

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Name	Lurcher	Patterdale Terrier
Origins	United Kingdom	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier. What other names are these breeds known by?	Poacher's Dog Long Haired Lurcher	Black Fell Terrier
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Lurcher and a Patterdale Terrier. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Small
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Lurcher and a Patterdale Terrier. Which breed is heavier?	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	11-13 pounds (5-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier? Is a Lurcher taller than a Patterdale Terrier?	22-28 inches (55-71 cm)	12-15 inches
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	25 inches (63 cm)	13.5 inches

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Lurcher and a Patterdale Terrier. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Patterdale Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare training requirements.	Lurcher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are hard to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare alertness levels.	Lurcher dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare territorial behaviors.	Lurcher dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Lurcher and a Patterdale Terrier. How do their temperaments differ?	Funny Loving Affectionate	Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Inquisitive Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Patterdale Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier?	High: Lurcher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Patterdale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier social needs comparison:	Lurcher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier?	The wanderlust potential of the Lurcher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier? Which can be better for hunting?	Lurcher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Patterdale Terrier 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average: The Lurcher barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Patterdale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Lurchers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Patterdale Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Lurcher breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Patterdale Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Lurcher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Patterdale Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier?	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.

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Patterdale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Lurcher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Lurcher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Patterdale Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Lurcher: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Patterdale Terrier: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Lurcher and a Patterdale Terrier. Which breed is healthier?	The Lurcher is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Patterdale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier?	Average The Lurcher should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Patterdale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier health problems comparison:	Bloat	Conjunctivitis

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare activity levels.	Lurcher dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Lurcher dogs have an average exercise need.	Patterdale Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier?	Lurcher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Patterdale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare obesity risks.	Low to Average: The Lurcher has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Patterdale Terrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare daily food needs.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier? Compare breed colors.	Any	Black Brown Golden
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Lurcher requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Patterdale Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare drooling amounts.	The Lurcher is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Patterdale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare natural smell levels.	Low 🔽 The Lurcher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Patterdale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Lurcher and a Patterdale Terrier? Compare fur types.	Thick Smooth Straight	Dense Rough Smooth
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare bathing frequencies.	6-8 weeks 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier? Do Lurcher dogs shed more than Patterdale Terrier dogs?	Lurcher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Patterdale Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare kid-friendliness.	Lurcher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Lurcher dogs are generally with other pets.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier?	Lurcher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Lurcher or Patterdale Terrier? Can a Lurcher and a Patterdale Terrier be friends? Do Lurcher dogs get along with Patterdale Terrier dogs?	Lurcher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Patterdale Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier?	Yes Lurcher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Patterdale Terrier dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Lurcher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Patterdale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Lurchers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Patterdale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare therapy capabilities.	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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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare scenting abilities.	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 & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Lurcher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Patterdale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Lurcher or a Patterdale Terrier? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Lurcher vs Patterdale Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Lurcher and Patterdale Terrier. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc.	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club American Rare Breed Association

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