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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Daredevil or Bluetick Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Fox Terrier Irish Terrier Bluetick Coonhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Smooth Fox Terrier
Fox Terrier
Daredevil
Irish Red Terrier
Bluetick Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
Small Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Irish Terrier? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 25-27 pounds (11-12 kg) 45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) 26 pounds (11.5 kg) 62.5 pounds (28 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 18 inches (43 cm) 20-27 inches (51-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 18 inches (43 cm) 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is more expensive?
$700-$1200 $600-$800 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Irish Terrier is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Bluetick Coonhound is easier than average to get.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound trainability comparison.
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Irish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Active
Friendly
Gentle
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Irish Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound?
High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Irish Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bluetick Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound social needs comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Irish Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally.
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Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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A lot: Bluetick Coonhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
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 Smooth Fox 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 Irish Terrier indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Smooth Fox 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.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
Smooth Fox 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bluetick Coonhound bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bluetick Coonhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Irish Terrier dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Irish Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Bluetick Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Krabbe's Disease
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Irish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Bluetick Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Fox Terrier, Irish Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound energy level comparison:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Irish Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't need too much sleep.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
1 to 2 cups 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. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound coat comparison:
Smooth
Double
Wiry
Straight
Fine
Colors
What are the original Smooth Fox Terrier, Irish Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound color?
Black
Red
White
Brown
Black & Tan
Red
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Blue
Ticked
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Bluetick Coonhound requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound?

Medium

The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bluetick Coonhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Bluetick Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Good With Comparison

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

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound?

Not really

Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Irish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bluetick Coonhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Smooth Fox Terrier and Irish Terrier and Bluetick Coonhound have?
3-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-8 puppies

Smooth Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Bluetick Coonhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. 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?
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
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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