Irish Wolfhound vs Australian Shepherd
Compare Irish Wolfhound and Australian Shepherd: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Irish Wolfhound
VS
Australian Shepherd
Comparison table
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Characteristic
Irish Wolfhound
Australian Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
71 – 90 cm
46 – 58 cm
Weight
40 – 69 kg
14 – 29 kg
Life expectancy
6 – 8 years
13 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Irish Wolfhound
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Australian Shepherd
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Irish Wolfhound
Irish Wolfhounds are giant, tall hounds with a strong yet graceful build and a rough, weather‑resistant coat. Calm, gentle and sensitive, they are low‑key indoors but need steady exercise and space. They have notable health risks and a relatively short lifespan, so careful breeding and care are vital.
About Australian Shepherd
The Australian Shepherd is a medium, athletic herding dog, highly intelligent and energetic. Loyal and people oriented, it bonds closely and needs substantial daily exercise, training, and mental work. Its striking, weather resistant coat and varied eye colors add to its appeal.
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