Thai Ridgeback vs Blue Lacy
Compare the Thai Ridgeback to the Blue Lacy. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Thai Ridgebacks and Blue Lacies.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - The Thai Ridgeback is an okay choice for new or inexperienced owners, but the Blue Lacy is not recommended for new owners.
- Children - Both breeds are child friendly, but the Thai Ridgeback is the most friendly between the breeds.
- Grooming - Both the Thai Ridgeback and Blue Lacy are very low maintenance and easy to groom.
- Barking - The Blue Lacy bark/howls frequently. The Thai Ridgeback has a low tendency to bark.
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| Breed Name | Thai Ridgeback | Blue Lacy |
| General Details | ||
| Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
| Is Hypoallergenic | No | No |
| Lifespan | 12-16 yrs. | 16-20 yrs. |
| Height | 20-24 in. | 18-25 in. |
| Weight | 35-60 lb | 25-50 lb |
| Intelligence | High | High |
| History | ||
| Origin Country | Thailand | United States |
| Origin Year | 1650 AD | 1858 AD |
| Temperament | ||
| Overall Friendliness | ||
| Family Friendly | ||
| Kid Friendly | ||
| Pet Friendly | ||
| Stranger Friendly | ||
| Personality | ||
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| Living Environment | ||
| Apartment | Yes | No |
| Indoor | No | Yes |
| Small Yard | No | Yes |
| Medium Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Large Yard | Yes | Yes |
| Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 40°F to 80°F | 40°F to 80°F |
| Barks/Howls | ||
| Exercise Needs | ||
| Energy Level | Medium-High | Medium-High |
| Exercise Required | Medium | Medium |
| Top Running Speed | 28 mph | 24 mph |
| Strength | High | Medium |
| Grooming Needs | ||
| Coat Maintenance | Medium | Low |
| Shedding | Medium | Medium |
| Dander | Medium | Low |
| Drool Amount | None | None |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| Breed Name | Thai Ridgeback | Blue Lacy |
| Breed Mentality | ||
| Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
| Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
| Independent | No | No |
| Breed Focus | ||
| Distracted Easily | No | No |
| Average | Yes | Yes |
| Focused & Patient | No | Yes |
| Breed Instincts | ||
| Aggression | Average | Average |
| Burrow/Digging | Average | Average |
| Chasing | Average | High |
| Follow Commands | Average | Average |
| Fighting | Average | Below Average |
| Guarding | High | Average |
| Herding | Average | High |
| Hunting | Average | High |
| Protection | High | Average |
| Remove Vermin | Average | Average |
| Sledding | Below Average | Below Average |
| Watch | High | Average |
| Breed Name | Thai Ridgeback | Blue Lacy |
| Lifespan | ||
| Lifespan | 12-16 yrs. | 16-20 yrs. |
| Common Health Issues | ||
| Color Dilution Alopecia | No | Yes |
| Breed Name | Thai Ridgeback | Blue Lacy |
| Coat | ||
| Fur | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Type | ||
| Smooth Coat | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Texture | ||
| Rough | Yes | No |
| Straight | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Length(s) | ||
| Short | Yes | Yes |
| Coat Color(s) | ||
| Black | Yes | No |
| Blue | Yes | Yes |
| Brindle | Yes | No |
| Fawn | Yes | No |
| Red | Yes | Yes |
| White | Yes | No |
| Tricolored | No | Yes |