Irish Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier

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

Irish Terrier vs Tibetan Terrier
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
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General Details
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Maybe
Yes
Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
16-18 Inches
14-16 Inches
Weight
21-27 Pounds
20-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Origin Country
Ireland
China
Origin Year
1875 AD
10 AD
Temperament
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-70 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
None to Low
Very High
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
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
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Distichiasis
Lens luxation
Hyperthyroidism
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Wire
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Terrier
Tibetan Terrier
Breed Colors
Red
Red Wheaten
Wheaten
Black
Brown
Fawn
Gold
Gold and White
Gray
White
White and Black
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