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

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

Independent
Devoted
Protective
Calm
Intelligent
Reliable

Dignified
Loyal
Sweet
Tempered
Intelligent
Generous
Patient
Thoughtful

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

Irish Wolfhounds are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Macedonia
Serbia

Ireland

Molosser

Great Dane, Deerhound

American Canine Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

Ancient

390 AD

Guardian Dog (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1897)
Sighthounds and Pariahs (UKC)

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brown

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
Brindle

Sarplaninacs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Irish Wolfhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

A Sarplaninac can have a litter of 12-13 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.

An Irish Wolfhound can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Sarplaninacs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Irish Wolfhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

The Irish Wolfhound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Gastric Torsion

Patellar Luxation
Obesity

Osteosarcoma
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Eye Tests
Blood Panel

Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

Sarplaninacs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Irish Wolfhounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Sarplaninacs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Wolfhounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Sarplaninac drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Irish Wolfhound minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Sarplaninac dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Irish Wolfhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Going for walks

Walk, Tug-of-war, Run, Play, Fetch, Cuddle

Sarplaninacs 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.

Irish Wolfhounds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sarplaninac, it's at least 18 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 Irish Wolfhound, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Sarplaninacs usually need at least 65 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Irish Wolfhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The Irish Wolfhound requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Ideally, Sarplaninac should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Irish Wolfhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Sarplaninac is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 per day.

The average cost of an Irish Wolfhound is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Sarplaninac is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 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 an Irish Wolfhound is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 Sarplaninac is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Sarplaninacs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Sarplaninacs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Irish Wolfhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Irish Wolfhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Sarplaninacs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Irish Wolfhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.