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Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Daredevil or Welshie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wire Fox Terrier Irish Terrier Welsh Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Daredevil
Irish Red Terrier
Welshie
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size
Which is bigger, Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
Small Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Irish Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) 25-27 pounds (11-12 kg) Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 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) Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) 18 inches (43 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) 18 inches (43 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

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

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

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

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Protective
Intelligent
Dominant
Lively
Trainable
Respectful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Spirited
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Wire 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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Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?
High: Wire 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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Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier social needs comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Wire 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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The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Wire 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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Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?
A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Irish Terrier barks occasionally.
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A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
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.
Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.

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

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Wire 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.
Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
Wire 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.

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Irish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Wire 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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Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?
The Wire 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.
Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
No data available Skin Irritation
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Wire 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 Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Wire Fox Terrier, Irish Terrier and Welsh Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Irish Terrier: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
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. 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Wire 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 Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier coat comparison:
Wiry Wiry
Straight
Wiry
Soft
Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Wire Fox Terrier, Irish Terrier and Welsh Terrier color?
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Red
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Grizzle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier grooming comparison:
Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Irish Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier 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, Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?

Medium

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

Medium

The Irish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

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

Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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: Wire Fox Terrier or Irish Terrier or Welsh Terrier? 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.

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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier?

Not really

Wire 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

Welsh Terrier 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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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 Wire Fox Terrier and Irish Terrier and Welsh Terrier have?
4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies

Wire Fox Terrier vs Irish Terrier vs Welsh Terrier 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 1888 as a Terrier 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. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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
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.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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