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Name	Manchester Terrier	Irish Terrier	Wire Fox Terrier
Origins	England	Ireland	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	135	114	99
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Toy Terrier Black and Tan Manchester	Daredevil Irish Red Terrier	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Small	Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Irish Terrier? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier weight comparison:	Toy: 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17-18 pounds (7.7-8 kg)	25-27 pounds (11-12 kg)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Toy: 7 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17.5 pounds (7.7.5 kg)	26 pounds (11.5 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier height comparison:	Toy: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Standard: 15-16 inches (39-40 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Toy: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Standard: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	18 inches (43 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$600-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Frequent: The Manchester Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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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Trainability Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier trainability comparison.	Manchester Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Manchester Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Manchester Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Alert Intelligent Loyal Devoted Quiet Discerning	Protective Intelligent Dominant Lively Trainable Respectful	Alert Intelligent Friendly Quick Bold Fearless Keen
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Manchester 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.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Average to High: Manchester 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.	High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	Manchester Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier 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?	Manchester 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.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Manchester Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Average: The Manchester Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Manchester 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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Manchester Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Manchester Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Wire Fox Terrier 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: Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Eye Problems Epilepsy Deafness Arthritis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Manchester 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 Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Manchester Terrier, Irish Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Manchester Terrier: 15 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier energy level comparison:	Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Manchester Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Manchester Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry Straight	Wiry
Colors What are the original Manchester Terrier, Irish Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier color?	Black Tan	Red Wheaten	White White & Black White & Tan White & Black & Tan White & Tan & Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Manchester Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Manchester Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Manchester Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Manchester 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 Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Manchester Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Irish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Manchester Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Yes Manchester 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 Wire Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Manchester Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Manchester Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Irish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier 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: Manchester Terrier or Irish Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? 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.	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: Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Not really Manchester 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 Wire Fox Terrier 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.

Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier 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 Manchester Terrier and Irish Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier have?	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Manchester Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Terrier & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
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?	No data available	No data available	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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