Basset Hound

Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Basset Hound vs Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Compare Basset Hound and Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Basset Hound

Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Breed type

Purebred

Height

33 – 38 cm

45 – 48 cm

Weight

20 – 34 kg

16 – 21 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 12 years

12 – 15 years

Child friendly

5/5

Energy level

2/5

5/5

Intelligence

3/5

4/5

Trainability

3/5

4/5

Health

4/5

3/5

Grooming needs

3/5

4/5

Shedding

2/5

1/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

2/5

3/5

Characteristics

Basset Hound

Great with kids

Large

Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Great with kids

High energy

Super smart

Easy to train

Medium

Summary

About Basset Hound

The Basset Hound is a heavy-boned, low scenthound with an exceptional nose, calm nature, and affectionate, sociable temperament. Independent and sometimes stubborn, it needs gentle, reward-based training, moderate daily exercise, secure fencing, and regular ear and skin care.

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About Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

The Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a medium, athletic Irish farm terrier turned family companion, known for its silky low‑shedding wheaten coat, cheerful people‑oriented nature, strong grooming needs, lively but trainable temperament, and generally robust health with some breed‑specific risks.

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