Irish Wolfhound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Compare Irish Wolfhound and Bavarian Mountain Hound: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Irish Wolfhound
VS
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
10 – Sighthounds
6 – Scent Hounds and Related Breeds
Height
71 – 90 cm
44 – 52 cm
Weight
40 – 69 kg
21 – 25 kg
Life Expectancy
6 – 8 years
9 – 13 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
3/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
1/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Great with Kids
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 Bavarian Mountain Hound
The Bavarian Mountain Hound is a medium, athletic scent hound bred in Bavaria for tracking wounded game. Calm and reserved with strangers but affectionate with family, it has a short red‑to‑fawn coat and excels in scent work. Best for active homes that enjoy regular outdoor and mental activity.
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