Bedlington Whippet vs Irish Wolfhound Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Bedlington Whippet

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Bedlington Whippet

5/5 · Ideal

Easiest Grooming

🤝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

Bedlington Whippet

11-15 years

Easiest to Train

🤝 Tie

Most Active

Bedlington Whippet

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

6/6

100%

Bedlington Whippet

👑 Winner

3/6

50%

Irish Wolfhound

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
England
United K
Ireland
Popularity
#877
#73
Common Names & Aliases
Not available
Cu Faoil
Breed Classification
Cross Breed
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Giant
Weight Statistics
11-21 kg
40-69 kg
Average Weight
11-21 kg
54.4 kg
Height
Male: 46-51 cm, Female: 44-48 cm
71-90 cm
Average Height
Male: 48.5 cm, Female: 45.5 cm
80.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
3/5
3/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
3/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
1/5
Price Range
$800-$1200
$1800-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateEnergeticPlayfulIntelligentDevotedLoyalReliableGentleLivelyFriendlyQuietOutrightAdaptableCompanionable
DignifiedLoyalSweetTemperedIntelligentGenerousPatientThoughtful
Sensitivity Level
4/5
3/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
4/5
3/5
Prey Drive
5/5
5/5
Affection Level
4/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
3/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
2/5
Playful Nature
3/5
3/5
Apartment Adaptability
5/5
2/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
4/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Moderate
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
4/5
3/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Above 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
6-10 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers warm weather
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
5/5
Health Problems
Addison's DiseaseArthritisDeafnessDrug SensitivityHeart MurmursHeart ProblemsHypothyroidismKidney IssuesVaccination SensitivityVon Willebrand's Disease
BloatDilated CardiomyopathyDrug SensitivityElbow DysplasiaFibrocartilaginous Embolic MyelopathyHip DysplasiaLiver ShuntOsteochondrosis DissecansOsteosarcomaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Rare
Energy Rating
5/5
2/5
Sleeping Need
2/5
4/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
3/5
Obesity Tendency
2/5
3/5
Food Consumption
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
BlueLiverSandyTanCreamRedFawnWhiteBlack
CreamRedWheatenBlueGraySilverWhiteBlack
Grooming Requirements
3/5
3/5
Shedding Level
2/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
1/5
1/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
CurlyFineShortClose in texture
RoughWiry
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
8-12 weeks
Cat Friendly
2/5
3/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
4/5
Dog Friendly
4/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
4/5
3/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Below Average
Average
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
3-6 puppies
3-4 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.Irish Wolfhound Club Of America
Winner / Best value