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- Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Irish Terrier: Introduction
- Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier: Overview
- Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier
- Temperament of the Irish Terrier Versus the Dogue de Bordeaux
- Price of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Price of Irish Terrier
- The Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Popularity of Irish Terrier
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier?
- Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Irish Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier
- Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Irish Terrier?
- Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Irish Terriers?
- Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Irish Terriers?
- Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Terrier?
- Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Irish Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Dogue de Bordeauxs and Irish Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Irish Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier
Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dogue de Bordeaux is a large-sized dog while the Irish Terrier is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Dogue de Bordeaux 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.
Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Dogue de Bordeaux 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.
| Factor | Dogue de Bordeaux | Irish Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Life Span | 8 to 12 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Weight | Starts at 100 pounds | 25 to 27 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 10.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $2270 | $1280 |
| Price Range | $1800 – $2500 | $1000 – $1500 |
| Temperament Score | 78.0 percent | 80.0 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 65 | 118 |
*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 a Dogue de Bordeaux is 70 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Irish Terrier is 78 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Irish Terrier is a better pet than the Dogue de Bordeaux. 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier
Below is a list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier
The Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier.
Dogue de Bordeauxs weigh Starts at 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogue de Bordeauxs are 23 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder 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.
Temperament of the Irish Terrier Versus the Dogue de Bordeaux
The Irish Terrier has a better temperament than the Dogue de Bordeaux.
This is because the temperament score for the Irish Terrier is 80.0 percent while the temperament score for the Dogue de Bordeaux is 78.0 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 they 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 78.0 percent, the Dogue de Bordeaux has a below-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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier by measuring the temperaments of 100 Dogue de Bordeauxs and 10 Irish Terriers.
Price of Dogue de Bordeaux versus Price of Irish Terrier
The average price of the Dogue de Bordeaux puppy is $2270. The price of the Dogue de Bordeaux typically ranges from $1800 – $2500. However, the price of a Dogue de Bordeaux can be as low as $800 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 103 Dogue de Bordeaux 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 a 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 Dogue de Bordeaux is more expensive than the Irish Terrier.
| Dogue de Bordeaux | Irish Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2270 | $1280 |
| Price Range | $1800 to $2500 | $1000 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Dogue de Bordeaux and Irish Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Dogue de Bordeaux puppies or how many Irish Terrier puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Dogue de Bordeauxs. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Irish Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 from 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 one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
The Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Dogue de Bordeaux is more popular with dog owners than the Irish Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Dogue de Bordeaux is 65 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Irish Terrier is 118 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Dogue de Bordeaux
Popularity of Irish Terrier
| Year | Dogue de Bordeaux Popularity Rank | Irish Terrier Popularity Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 65 | 123 |
| 2014 | 63 | 125 |
| 2015 | 63 | 113 |
| 2016 | 63 | 115 |
| 2017 | 67 | 114 |
| 2018 | 67 | 116 |
| 2019 | 68 | 119 |
| 2020 | 71 | 120 |
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Irish Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier?
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not get along well with other dogs.
Irish Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Wanderlust Potential: Dogue de Bordeaux vs. Irish Terrier
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Dogue de Bordeaux versus Irish Terrier
Dogue de Bordeauxs do not like to be left alone.
Irish Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Dogue de Bordeauxs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Irish Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Easier to Train than the Irish Terrier?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not easy to train.
Irish Terriers are not easy to train.
Do Dogue de Bordeauxs Bark and Howl? What about Irish Terriers?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Irish Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Dogue de Bordeauxs Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Dogue de Bordeauxs can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Irish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Do Dogue de Bordeauxs shed more than Irish Terriers?
Dogue de Bordeauxs shed moderately.
Irish Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Does the Dogue de Bordeaux Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Irish Terrier?
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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.
Is the Dogue de Bordeaux Better for Apartment Owners than the Irish Terrier?
Dogue de Bordeauxs adapt very well to apartment living.
Irish Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Are Dogue de Bordeauxs good family dogs? What about Irish Terriers?
Dogue de Bordeauxs 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 Dogue de Bordeauxs and Irish Terriers?
Dogue de Bordeauxs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Irish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which one drools more, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier
Dogue de Bordeauxs have a very high tendency to drool.
Irish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogue de Bordeaux or the Irish Terrier?
Dogue de Bordeauxs are very easy to groom.
Irish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux:
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 Dogue de Bordeaux and how the Irish Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dogue de Bordeaux and of the Irish Terrier to other breeds:
Dogue de Bordeaux Versus Other Dog Breeds
Dogue de Bordeaux versus English Springer Spaniel Dogue de Bordeaux versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Dogue de Bordeaux versus Komondor Dogue de Bordeaux versus Lowchen Dogue de Bordeaux versus Doberman Pinscher Dogue de Bordeaux versus Cockapoo Dogue de Bordeaux versus Berger Picard Dogue de Bordeaux versus Portuguese Pointer Dogue de Bordeaux versus Karelian Bear Dog Dogue de Bordeaux versus American Eskimo Dog
Irish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Irish Terrier versus Brittany Irish Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel Irish Terrier versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Irish Terrier versus Lhasapoo Irish Terrier versus Frenchton Irish Terrier versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Irish Terrier versus Borzoi Irish Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund Irish Terrier versus Chinook Irish Terrier versus Belgian Malinois
Conclusion: Dogue de Bordeaux 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 Dogue de Bordeaux and the Irish Terrier better suits you and your family.