Irish Terrier has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Bearded Collie has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

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

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

Dominant
Lively
Respectful
Intelligent
Protective
Trainable

Active
Lively
Alert
Intelligent
Assertive
Confident

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

Bearded Collies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose an Irish Terrier 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.

Bearded Collies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Ireland

Scotland

Terrier, Irish Wolfhound

magyar komondor

1700s

1800s

Terrier (AKC:1885)(UKC)

Herding (AKC:1976 & UKC)

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Blue
Black
Brown

Red
Cream
Fawn

Blue
Fawn
Brown
Black

Irish Terriers have medium-length coats.

Bearded Collies are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

An Irish Terrier can have a litter of 12-15 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 Bearded Collie can have a litter of 12-14 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 Terriers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Bearded Collie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis Irish Terrier
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Hyperkeratosis

Pemphigus
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Corneal Dystrophy

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Irish Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bearded Collies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Irish Terriers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Bearded Collies need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Irish Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bearded Collies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Walking, Run, Play, Tracking, Jumping, Jerking, Swim, Walk, Go to Beach, Music, Go Camping, Chase, Brushing

Cuddling, Sniffing

Irish Terriers 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.

Bearded Collies 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 Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Bearded Collie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Irish Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Bearded Collies have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Irish Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Bearded Collie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Bearded Collie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bearded Collie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Irish Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Irish Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Bearded Collies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Irish Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Bearded Collies are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Irish Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bearded Collies are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Irish Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

Bearded Collies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.