Breed comparison
Bullmastiff vs Irish Wolfhound
How the two breeds compare on the American Kennel Club's 1 to 5 trait ratings, and which one suits which home.
Irish WolfhoundThe biggest differences
These two breeds are close on every trait: no score differs by more than one point.
They score the same on good with young children, openness to strangers, playfulness, adaptability, watchdog / protective, barking.
Which one should you choose?
Pick the Bullmastiff if you want an energetic exercise partner, you want a dog that is easier to train. Pick the Irish Wolfhound if you prefer a calmer dog, you have other dogs.
Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.
Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.