Bluetick Coonhound vs Irish Wolfhound

Compare the Bluetick Coonhound to the Irish Wolfhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bluetick Coonhounds and Irish Wolfhounds.

Bluetick Coonhound vs Irish Wolfhound
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
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General Details
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-12 Years
6-8 Years
Height
21-27 Inches
32-35 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
90-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Origin Country
United States
Unspecified
Origin Year
1900 AD
-700 BC
Temperament
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Medium
Very High
Grooming Needs
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Average Lifespan
11-12 Years
6-8 Years
Health Concerns
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Krabbe disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Shaggy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bluetick Coonhound
Irish Wolfhound
Breed Colors
Blue ticked
Blue ticked
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
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