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Name	Old German Shepherd Dog	Irish Wolfhound	Golden Retriever
Origins	Germany	Ireland	Scotland
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever breeds.	Deutscher Schäferhund Langstockhaariger	Cu Faoil	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 49-88 pounds (22-40 kg) Female: 44-83 pounds (20-37 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 68.5 pounds (31 kg), Female: 63.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever height comparison:	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.	Unknown	$1800-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever?	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Old German Shepherd Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is easiest to train?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most alert?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most protective?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Golden Retriever 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: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever?	High: Old German Shepherd Dog 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.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Golden Retriever 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

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	Average: Old German Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Old German Shepherd Dog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
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Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever?	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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old German Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old German Shepherd Dog: 12 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.	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 health problems common in Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Old German Shepherd 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).	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which breed is most active?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which needs most food?	2.5 to 4 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	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. What colors are available?	Black Tan Brown Grey	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten	Golden Light
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which drools least?	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Old German Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry Fuzzy Shaggy Smooth	Wiry Rough	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever? Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or {name3 shedding:	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best with kids?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old German Shepherd Dog or Irish Wolfhound or Golden Retriever?	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever?	Yes Old German Shepherd 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.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Old German Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Old German Shepherd Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Old German Shepherd Dog 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.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has most military use?	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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	3-4 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. What's recommended?	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.

Old German Shepherd Dog vs Irish Wolfhound vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Old German Shepherd Dog, Irish Wolfhound, and Golden Retriever. Which has most recognition?	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 Irish Wolfhound 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

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