Dachshund
VS
Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dachshund vs Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Compare Dachshund 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
Dachshund
Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 27 cm
45 – 48 cm
Weight
3 – 10 kg
16 – 21 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
2/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
4/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dachshund
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Small
Irish Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Dachshund
Dachshund: bold, long‑backed, short‑legged hunting dog, originally bred for badger and rabbit. Comes in smooth, long and wire coats, standard and miniature sizes. Loyal, scent‑driven, independent and vocal. Needs regular but careful exercise and weight control to protect its spine.
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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