Irish Terrier vs Alaskan Klee Kai

Compare the Irish Terrier to the Alaskan Klee Kai. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Terriers and Alaskan Klee Kais.

Irish Terrier vs Alaskan Klee Kai
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
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General Details
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
17-17 Inches
Weight
21-27 Pounds
10-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Origin Country
Ireland
United States
Origin Year
1875 AD
1988 AD
Temperament
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Below Average
Personality
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Living Environment
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
15-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low to Medium
Shedding
None to Low
High
Dander
Low
Medium to High
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Above Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-16 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Common Health Issues
Hypothyroidism
Vaccination sensitivity
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Terrier
Alaskan Klee Kai
Breed Colors
Red
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
Black and White
Brown and White
Grey and White
Red and White
Tan and White
White
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