Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Terrier

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Irish Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Irish Terriers.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Terrier
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
16-18 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
21-27 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Origin Country
Australia
Ireland
Origin Year
1840 AD
1875 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Wire
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Terrier
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Red
Red
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten
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