Irish Wolfhound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound

Compare the Irish Wolfhound to the Bavarian Mountain Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Wolfhounds and Bavarian Mountain Hounds.

Irish Wolfhound vs Bavarian Mountain Hound
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-15 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
17-20½ Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Origin Country
Unspecified
Germany
Origin Year
-700 BC
1350 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low to Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium to High
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
Bavarian Mountain Hound
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
Brindle
Brindle
Red
Red
Tan
Tan
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