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 Bullwhip is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Dominant
Lively
Respectful
Intelligent
Protective
Trainable

Loving
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Outright
Sweet
Aggressive
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet

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

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

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.

Avoid Bullwhips as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Terrier, Irish Wolfhound

Bulldog and Whippet

1700s

Unknown

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 Bullwhip can have a litter of 4-8 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.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Entropion
Gastric Torsion

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Urolithiasis Irish Terrier
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Hyperkeratosis

Colitis
Elbow

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Elbow
Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

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

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

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

Bullwhips have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Bullwhips are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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

Sit, Walk

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.

The Bullwhip has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Bullwhip has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Bullwhips make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Bullwhips make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Bullwhips 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.

Bullwhips 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.

Bullwhips are not known for being a highly playful breed.