Irish Wolfhound vs Styrian Coarse-haired Hound

Compare the Irish Wolfhound to the Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Wolfhounds and Styrian Coarse-Haired Hounds.

Irish Wolfhound vs Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

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General Details

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Breed Type

Purebred

Allergy Friendly

Lifespan

6-8 Years

10-12 Years

Height

32-35 Inches

17-21 Inches

Weight

90-180 Pounds

33-40 Pounds

Intelligence

Average

Above Average

History

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Origin Country

Unspecified

Austria

Origin Year

-700 BC

1870 AD

Temperament

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Overall Friendliness

Above Average

Average

Family Friendly

Above Average

Average

Child Friendly

Above Average

Average

Pet Friendly

Above Average

Average

Stranger Friendly

Above Average

Average

Personality

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Traits

Affectionate

Loving

Separation Anxiety

Snuggle

Willing to Please

Affectionate

Loving

Needy

Protective

Separation Anxiety

Willing to Please

Living Environment

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Apartment

Indoor

Yes

Small Yard

Yes

Medium Yard

Yes

Large Yard

Yes

Temperature Tolerance

20-75 °F

50-80 °F

Barks/Howls

Average

Exercise Needs

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Energy Level

Medium

Exercise Required

Medium

Top Running Speed

35 MPH

20 MPH

Strength

Very High

High

Grooming Needs

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Coat Maintenance

Medium

Shedding

Medium

Dander

Medium

Drool

Medium to High

Medium

Instincts and Behavior

Breed Mentality

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Dominant / Alpha

Family / Pack

Yes

Independent

Breed Focus

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Distracted Easy

Focused & Patient

Yes

Breed Instincts

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Aggression

None

Below Average

Burrow / Digging

None

Average

Chasing

Above Average

Follow Commands

Average

None

Fighting

Below Average

Guarding

Below Average

Average

Herding

Below Average

Hunting

Average

Above Average

Protection

Below Average

Average

Remove Vermin

Below Average

Sled Pulling

Below Average

None

Watch / Guardian

Average

Health Comparison

Lifespan

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Average Lifespan

6-8 Years

10-12 Years

Health Concerns

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Common Health Issues

Bloat

Hip dysplasia

Progressive retinal atrophy

Elbow dysplasia

Osteochondritis Dissecans

Osteosarcoma

Drug sensitivity

Dilated cardiomyopathy

Liver shunt

Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy

Bloat

Cancer

Hip dysplasia

Ear infections

Progressive retinal atrophy

Obesity

Sensitivity to anesthesia

Appearance Comparison

Coat

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Coat Type

Fur

Coat Layering

Double

Coat Texture

Shaggy

Rough

Coat Length

Medium

Coat Coloring

Irish Wolfhound

Styrian Coarse-Haired Hound

Breed Colors

Gray and Brindle

Red and Brindle