Irish Wolfhound vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog

Compare the Irish Wolfhound to the Polish Tatra Sheepdog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Wolfhounds and Polish Tatra Sheepdogs.

Irish Wolfhound vs Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-12 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
80-130 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Origin Country
Unspecified
Poland
Origin Year
-700 BC
1000 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
15-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
None
Chasing
Above Average
None
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
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
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Wooly
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
Polish Tatra Sheepdog
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
Solid White
Solid White
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