Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison – Which dog is better Old English Mastiff or Cu Faoil?

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Name	Mastiff	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	England	Ireland
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound. What other names are these breeds known by?	Old English Mastiff English Mastiff	Cu Faoil
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Mastiff and an Irish Wolfhound. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Mastiff and an Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 150-250 pounds (68-113 kg), Female: 120-180 pounds (54-82 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 200 pounds (90.5 kg), Female: 150 pounds (68 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Is a Mastiff taller than an Irish Wolfhound?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 30 inches (76 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (70 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Mastiff and an Irish Wolfhound. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Very frequent: The Mastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	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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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare training requirements.	Mastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare alertness levels.	Mastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare territorial behaviors.	Mastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Mastiff and an Irish Wolfhound. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Cheerful	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Mastiff dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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: Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	High: Mastiff dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	Mastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Mastiff dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Mastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare play drive and energy.	Mastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare living space needs.	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 Mastiff indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
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Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare adaptability levels.	Mastiff dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Mastiff 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.

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare biting tendencies.	Moderate ⏺ The Mastiff has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Mastiff dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare bite force PSI.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Mastiff bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Mastiff: 11 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mastiff 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 Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Mastiff and an Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is healthier?	Mastiffs are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Rare The Mastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Seizures Cystinuria	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare activity levels.	Mastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Mastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Mastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Mastiff's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare daily food needs.	8 to 10 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
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound? Compare breed colors.	Fawn Brindle Apricot	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Mastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare drooling amounts.	The Mastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Mastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Mastiff and an Irish Wolfhound? Compare fur types.	Dense	Wiry Rough
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Do Mastiff dogs shed more than Irish Wolfhound dogs?	Mastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare kid-friendliness.	Mastiff dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Mastiff dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Wolfhound 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 Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound?	Mastiff dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Mastiff or Irish Wolfhound? Can a Mastiff and an Irish Wolfhound be friends? Do Mastiff dogs get along with Irish Wolfhound dogs?	Mastiff dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes Mastiff 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 Mastiff 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?	Mastiffs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? 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 Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? 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 Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? 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 Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? 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 Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Mastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Mastiff or an Irish Wolfhound? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes 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 Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound. 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.

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound. Which has larger litters?	3-5 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound. 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.

Mastiff vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound. Which is more widely recognized?	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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