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Irish Terrier vs Labrador Retriever

72/100

Good Match 👍

The Irish Terrier and Labrador Retriever pairing scores 72/100 (Good Match 👍). Their strongest compatibility factor is energy match (80/100). No major concerns identified.

Side-by-Side Comparison

🦊 Irish TerrierLabrador Retriever 🦮

Sizemediumvslarge

Energy4/5vs5/5

Grooming3/5vs2/5

Shedding2/5vs4/5

Trainability3/5vs5/5

Barking5/5vs3/5

Lifespan13–15 yrsvs10–14 yrs

Weight25–27 lbsvs55–80 lbs

Compatibility Factor Breakdown

Energy Match80/100 (25% weight)

Irish Terrier (4/5) and Labrador Retriever (5/5) have similar energy levels - great match!

Social Compatibility70/100 (20% weight)

Irish Terrier rates 2/5 and Labrador Retriever rates 5/5 for dog-friendliness.

Size Compatibility85/100 (15% weight)

Irish Terrier (medium) and Labrador Retriever (large) are well-matched in size.

Temperament Overlap50/100 (15% weight)

Shared traits: few direct matches.

Training Ease72/100 (10% weight)

Irish Terrier (3/5) and Labrador Retriever (5/5) trainability.

Family Friendliness84/100 (8% weight)

Irish Terrier (4/5) and Labrador Retriever (5/5) with kids.

Noise Level55/100 (4% weight)

Combined barking: Irish Terrier (5/5) + Labrador Retriever (3/5).

Shedding Impact60/100 (3% weight)

Combined shedding: Irish Terrier (2/5) + Labrador Retriever (4/5).

Highlights

✅ Both breeds are great with kids

Things to Watch

⚠️ Irish Terrier may struggle with other dogs

⚠️ Both breeds are vocal - expect a noisy household!

Temperament Traits

🦊 Unique to Irish Terrier

Bold Spirited Loyal Fearless Playful

🦮 Unique to Labrador Retriever

Friendly Active Outgoing Gentle Trusting

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Irish Terrier and Labrador Retriever good together?

Yes! Irish Terrier and Labrador Retriever score 72/100 on our compatibility model, making them a good match�. Both breeds are great with kids.

Which is better for families, Irish Terrier or Labrador Retriever?

Both breeds are good with kids. The Irish Terrier has an energy level of 4/5 while the Labrador Retriever is 5/5.

Which needs more exercise, Irish Terrier or Labrador Retriever?

The Irish Terrier and Labrador Retriever have similar exercise needs. Irish Terrier rates 4/5 for exercise needs while Labrador Retriever rates 4/5. Plan for daily walks, runs, or active play sessions.

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