Chinese Crested vs Irish Terrier

Compare the Chinese Crested to the Irish Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Chinese Cresteds and Irish Terriers.

Chinese Crested vs Irish Terrier
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
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General Details
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Maybe
Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-13 Inches
16-18 Inches
Weight
5-12 Pounds
21-27 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Origin Country
China
Ireland
Origin Year
1800 AD
1875 AD
Temperament
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
60-80 °F
40-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
16 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Low
High
Grooming Needs
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Average Lifespan
13-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Common Health Issues
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Deafness
Lens luxation
Loose teeth
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Bald
Single
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Rough
Coat Length
Hairless
Medium
Coat Coloring
Chinese Crested
Irish Terrier
Breed Colors
Red
Red
Red Wheaten
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten
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