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Name	Wire Fox Terrier	Kerry Blue Terrier	Saluki
Origins	England	Ireland	Fertile Crescent
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	99	129	123
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier	Irish Blue Terrier Kerry	Persian Greyhound Gazelle Hound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Which is the smallest dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki weight comparison:	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)	33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)	36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)	29 - 66 pounds (13 - 30 kg)
Height Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 71cm)

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Saluki is easier than average to get.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki trainability comparison.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Saluki dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Saluki dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? 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. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Saluki dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Intelligent Friendly Quick Bold Fearless Keen	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Spirited	Aloof Intelligent Loyal Quiet Reserved
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. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Saluki dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki?	High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Saluki dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki social needs comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Saluki dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Saluki dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Saluki dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki playfulness comparison:	The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Salukis, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki?	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Saluki 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 Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	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.	Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Saluki breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki 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.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Saluki 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 Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Kerry Blue 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 Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Kerry Blue Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Saluki bite force: Ordinary.
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 Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki mouthiness comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Saluki dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki?	The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Saluki is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Eye Problems Epilepsy Deafness Arthritis	No data available	No data available
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.	Average The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Saluki should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki lifespan comparison. How long do Wire Fox Terrier, Kerry Blue Terrier and Saluki 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 Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Saluki: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki?	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 Kerry Blue Terrier 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki energy level comparison:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Saluki dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Saluki dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Saluki dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Saluki has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki coat comparison:	Wiry	Curly	Smooth
Colors What are the original Wire Fox Terrier, Kerry Blue Terrier and Saluki color?	White White & Black White & Tan White & Black & Tan White & Tan & Black	Black Gray Blue Silver	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Fawn Golden Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki grooming comparison:	Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Saluki requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Saluki dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki?	Medium ⏺ The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Saluki has a low 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. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Saluki is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki 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.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Saluki dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? Which dog is more friendly?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Saluki 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 Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki?	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Saluki dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki?	Yes Wire Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Saluki 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 Kerry Blue Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Saluki 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.	Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Salukis are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Kerry Blue Terrier or Saluki? 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki?	Not really Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kerry Blue Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Saluki 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.	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.
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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki 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 Wire Fox Terrier and Kerry Blue Terrier and Saluki have?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Kerry Blue Terrier vs Saluki 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 1922 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1929 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed 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 Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	No data available	No data available

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