Dignified
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Cheerful
Generous
Thoughtful

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

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

English Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

Great Britain

Mastiff and Irish Wolfhound

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver

Black
White
Brown
Pied

An Irish Mastiff can have a litter of 3-5 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 English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Irish Mastiffs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

English Foxhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Irish Mastiff 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.

The English Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat
Heart Conditions

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Osteosarcoma
Wobbler's Syndrome
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Eye Examination
Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

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

Irish Mastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

English Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Irish Mastiffs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

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

English Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Mastiff dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Playdate, Tracking, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Swim, Run, Walks, Lure coursing, Hikes, Swimming

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Mastiff, it's at least 8 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 English Foxhound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

The English Foxhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

English Foxhound 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
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 120-180 pound (54 - 82 kg) Irish Mastiff feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) English Foxhound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Irish Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of an English Foxhound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Mastiff is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 English Foxhound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

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

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

The English Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Irish Mastiffs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Irish Mastiffs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

English Foxhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Irish Mastiffs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

English Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.