Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Cane Corso Versus Irish Terrier: Introduction
- Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier: Overview
- Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier
- Lifespan of Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier
- Temperament of the Irish Terrier Versus the Cane Corso
- Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Irish Terrier
- The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Irish Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier
- Do Cane Corsos shed more than Irish Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier?
- Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Terrier?
- Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Irish Terriers?
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Irish Terrier
- Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier?
- Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Irish Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Irish Terriers?
- Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Irish Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Cane Corso Versus Irish Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cane Corso and for the Irish Terrier. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier.
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Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cane Corso is a large-sized dog while the Irish Terrier is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Cane Corso belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Irish Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Cane Corso to the Irish Terrier based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier
Factor | Cane Corso | Irish Terrier |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder |
Life Span | 10 to 12 years | 12 to 16 years |
Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 4/5 | 1/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Weight | 90 to 120 pounds | 25 to 27 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 14.0 years |
Average Price | $2020 | $1280 |
Price Range | $1500 – $2500 | $1000 – $1500 |
Temperament Score | 88.1 percent | 80.0 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 37 | 118 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cane Corso in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Irish Terrier. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Cane Corso is 68 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Irish Terrier is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Irish Terrier is a better pet than the Cane Corso. So, you should get the Irish Terrier!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
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The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier
Below is a list of where the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier
The Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier.
Cane Corsos weigh 90 to 120 pounds when fully grown. Cane Corsos are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.
On the other hand, Irish Terriers weigh 25 to 27 pounds when fully grown. Irish Terriers are 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier
The lifespan of Cane Corsos is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Cane Corsos is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Irish Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Irish Terriers is 14.0 years.
Irish Terriers live longer than Cane Corsos.
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Temperament of the Irish Terrier Versus the Cane Corso
The Cane Corso has a better temperament than the Irish Terrier.
This is because the temperament score for the Cane Corso is 88.1 percent while the temperament score for the Irish Terrier is 80.0 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 88.1 percent, the Cane Corso has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 80.0 percent, the Irish Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 235 Cane Corsos and 10 Irish Terriers.
Price of Cane Corso versus Price of Irish Terrier
The average price of the Cane Corso puppy is $2020. The price of the Cane Corso typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Cane Corso can be as low as $200 and as high as $7000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 751 Cane Corso puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Irish Terrier puppy is $1280. The price of the Irish Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $1500. However, the price of the Irish Terrier can be as low as $450 and as high as $2800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 26 Irish Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Cane Corso is more expensive than the Irish Terrier.
Cane Corso | Irish Terrier | |
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Average Price | $2020 | $1280 |
Price Range | $1500 to $2500 | $1000 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Cane Corso and Irish Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Cane Corso puppies or how many Irish Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
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A breakdown of the prices of Cane Corsos. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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A breakdown of the prices of Irish Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cane Corso puppy or the Irish Terrier puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
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The Popularity of Cane Corso versus Popularity of Irish Terrier
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Cane Corso is more popular with dog owners than the Irish Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Cane Corso is 37 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Irish Terrier is 118 out of about 200 dog breeds.
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Popularity of Cane Corso
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Popularity of Irish Terrier
Year | Cane Corso Popularity Rank | Irish Terrier Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 50 | 123 |
2014 | 48 | 125 |
2015 | 35 | 113 |
2016 | 40 | 115 |
2017 | 37 | 114 |
2018 | 32 | 116 |
2019 | 30 | 119 |
2020 | 25 | 120 |
Tolerates Being Alone: Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier
Cane Corsos do not like to be left alone.
Irish Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Cane Corsos shed more than Irish Terriers?
Cane Corsos shed moderately.
Irish Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier
Cane Corsos have a very high tendency to drool.
Irish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier?
Cane Corsos are very easy to groom.
Irish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Cane Corso Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Terrier?
Cane Corsos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Irish Terriers have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Cane Corsos Bark and Howl? What about Irish Terriers?
Cane Corsos bark and howl, but not very much.
Irish Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Cane Corsos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Irish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Cane Corso vs. Irish Terrier
Cane Corsos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Irish Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Cane Corsos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Cane Corsos can tolerate hot weather.
Irish Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier?
Cane Corsos get along fairly well with other dogs.
Irish Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Cane Corsos good family dogs? What about Irish Terriers?
Cane Corsos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Irish Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Cane Corsos and Irish Terriers?
Cane Corsos do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Irish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Cane Corso Easier to Train than the Irish Terrier?
Cane Corsos are very easy to train.
Irish Terriers are not easy to train.
Is the Cane Corso Better for Apartment Owners than the Irish Terrier?
Cane Corsos do not adapt well to apartment living.
Irish Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cane Corso or the Irish Terrier?
Cane Corsos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Irish Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cane Corso
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cane Corso that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cane Corso:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Irish Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Irish Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Cane Corso and how the Irish Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cane Corso and of the Irish Terrier to other breeds:
Cane Corso Versus Other Dog Breeds
Cane Corso versus Dogue de Bordeaux Cane Corso versus Swedish Vallhund Cane Corso versus Finnish Lapphund Cane Corso versus Leonberger Cane Corso versus Catahoula Bulldog Cane Corso versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Cane Corso versus Whippet Cane Corso versus Whippet Cane Corso versus Whoodle Cane Corso versus Maltipoo Cane Corso versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Cane Corso versus Neapolitan Mastiff Cane Corso versus French Spaniel Cane Corso versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Cane Corso versus Papipoo Cane Corso versus Akita Cane Corso versus Papipoo Cane Corso versus Boxer Cane Corso versus Portuguese Water Dog Cane Corso versus Goldador Cane Corso versus Carolina Dog Cane Corso versus Lhasa Apso Cane Corso versus Australian Terrier Cane Corso versus Chow Chow Cane Corso versus Bernedoodle
Irish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Irish Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd Irish Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Irish Terrier versus Pug Irish Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd Irish Terrier versus Labradoodle Irish Terrier versus Patterdale Terrier Irish Terrier versus Finnish Spitz Irish Terrier versus Siberian Husky Irish Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier Irish Terrier versus Borzoi Irish Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Irish Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog Irish Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Irish Terrier versus Whoodle Irish Terrier versus Akbash Irish Terrier versus Bernese Mountain Dog Irish Terrier versus Finnish Spitz Irish Terrier versus Sussex Spaniel Irish Terrier versus Boerboel Irish Terrier versus Yorkshire Terrier Irish Terrier versus Boxer Irish Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Irish Terrier versus Miniature Pinscher Irish Terrier versus Leonberger Irish Terrier versus Border Collie
Conclusion: Cane Corso versus Irish Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cane Corso and the Irish Terrier better suits you and your family.