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Name	Pekingese	Boxer	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	China	Germany	Ireland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chinese Spaniel Lion Dog Peke Peking Palasthund Pelchie Dog Peking Lion Dog	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Cu Faoil
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Which is the smallest dog, Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Small	Medium	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Pekingese or Boxer or Boxer? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound weight comparison:	8-10 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9 pounds (3.6-4.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:	6-9 inches (30.4-45 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (30.24.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$600-$1200	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Very frequent: The Pekingese is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound intelligence:	Low: The Pekingese is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience 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.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound trainability comparison.	Pekingese dogs are easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Pekingese dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Pekingese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Stubborn Intelligent Affectionate Aggressive Good-natured Opinionated	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Pekingese dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound?	High: Pekingese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	Pekingese dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	Pekingese dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Pekingese dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boxer 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.	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

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound playfulness comparison:	Pekingeses don't really like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound?	Average to High: The Pekingese is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Very house-friendly dog the Pekingese breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Pekingese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Pekingese bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
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 Pekingese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound mouthiness comparison:	Pekingese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower 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.

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound?	Pekingeses are commonly healthy dogs.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Intervertebral Disk Disease Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease Cryptorchidism Ectopic Cilia Cleft Palate Brachycephalic Syndrome Hydrocephalus Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Pekingese should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Boxer 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).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound lifespan comparison. How long do Pekingese, Boxer and Irish Wolfhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Pekingese: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pekingese can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound energy level comparison:	Pekingese dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Pekingese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Pekingese dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 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
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Pekingese has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer'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

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound coat comparison:	Dense	Waterproof	Wiry Rough
Colors What are the original Pekingese, Boxer and Irish Wolfhound color?	Black Gray Red Cream White Fawn	White Fawn Brindle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Pekingese or Boxer or {name3 shedding:	Pekingese dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound?	High 🔼 The Pekingese has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Pekingese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Pekingese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boxer 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
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Pekingese dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Pekingese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound?	Pekingese dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes Pekingese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer 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 Pekingese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer 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?	Pekingeses are not recommended for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound 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: Pekingese or Boxer or Irish Wolfhound? 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: Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound?	Not really Pekingese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer 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.
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.	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.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound 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 Pekingese and Boxer and Irish Wolfhound have?	2-4 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6	3-4 puppies
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Pekingese vs Boxer vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1906 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Japan Chin and Pekingese section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
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 National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Pekingese 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 Canadian Canine Registry	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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