Independent
Happy
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Dominant
Lively
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Quiet
Respectful

Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Cheerful
Amiable

Irish Saint Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Lab-Pointers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Saint Bernard and Irish Terrier

Pointer and Labrador Retriever

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Red
White
Fawn

Cream
Brown
Black

Irish Saint Terriers have medium-length coats.

Lab-Pointers have short coats.

Wavy

Straight

An Irish Saint Terrier can have a litter of 6-8 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.

A Lab-Pointer can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Lab-Pointers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Elbow Dysplasia
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Retinal Dysplasia

None Known

Entropion
Cataracts

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-ray imaging
Blood Analysis
Optical Examination
Orthopedic
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Irish Saint Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Lab-Pointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Irish Saint Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Lab-Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Irish Saint Terriers 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.

Lab-Pointers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Saint Terrier, it's at least 10 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 Lab-Pointer, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Saint Terriers usually need at least 45 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 Lab-Pointers usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Irish Saint Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Lab-Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

In general Lab-Pointer should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Flea Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 90-120 pound (41 - 54 kg) Irish Saint Terrier 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 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Lab-Pointer 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 Saint Terrier is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Lab-Pointer is somewhere $2.50 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Saint Terrier 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 a Lab-Pointer is between $56 - $70. This makes an average of $672 - $840 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 Saint Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

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

Lab-Pointers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

Lab-Pointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Lab-Pointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Lab-Pointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Lab-Pointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.