Unfortunately, the Irish Wolfhound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Giant Schnauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Dignified
Loyal
Sweet
Tempered
Intelligent
Generous
Patient
Thoughtful

Dominant
Kind
Powerful
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed

Irish Wolfhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Giant Schnauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Irish Wolfhounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Giant Schnauzer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Ireland

Germany

Great Dane, Deerhound

great dane, bouvier des flandres

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

390 AD

middle ages

Hound (AKC:1897)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

Working (AKC:1930)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Pied
Silver
Gray
Black

Irish Wolfhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Giant Schnauzers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

An Irish Wolfhound can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Giant Schnauzer can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Irish Wolfhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Giant Schnauzers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

The Irish Wolfhound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Giant Schnauzers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Gastric Torsion

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Cobalamin Malabsorption

Osteosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Chronic Anemia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Irish Wolfhounds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Giant Schnauzers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Irish Wolfhounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Giant Schnauzers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Irish Wolfhounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Giant Schnauzers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Giant Schnauzers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Irish Wolfhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Giant Schnauzer dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Walk, Tug-of-war, Run, Play, Fetch, Cuddle

Walking, Cuddling, Smelling, Walks, Jumping, Running, Go to Park, Walk, Run, Chase, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Sniff, Training, Hiking, Swimming, Fetch, Tug-of-war

Irish Wolfhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Giant Schnauzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Wolfhound, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Giant Schnauzer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Wolfhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Giant Schnauzers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-120 pound (45 - 54 kg) Irish Wolfhound feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-110 pound (27 - 50 kg) Giant Schnauzer feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Irish Wolfhound is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Giant Schnauzer is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Wolfhound is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Giant Schnauzer is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Irish Wolfhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Giant Schnauzer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Irish Wolfhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Irish Wolfhounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Giant Schnauzer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Irish Wolfhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Giant Schnauzers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Irish Wolfhounds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Giant Schnauzers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Irish Wolfhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Giant Schnauzers are not dog-friendly.

Irish Wolfhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Giant Schnauzers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Irish Wolfhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Giant Schnauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Irish Wolfhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Giant Schnauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.