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Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Snap Dog or Irish Red Setter or Staff? Find the right dog for you

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Name Whippet Irish Setter Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Snap Dog
English Whippet
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Medium Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Whippet or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight comparison:
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier height comparison:
Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $800-$1000 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier trainability comparison.
Whippet dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Whippet dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Outright
Companionable
Adaptable
Quiet
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier social needs comparison:
Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Whippet is strong enough to escape from home.
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Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier playfulness comparison:
Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Whippet bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Whippet dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
The Whippet is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier health problems comparison:
Heart Murmurs
Hypothyroidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Heart Problems
Deafness
Vaccination Sensitivity
Drug Sensitivity
Arthritis
Kidney Issues
Addison's Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Whippet should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Whippet, Irish Setter and Staffordshire Bull Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier energy level comparison:
Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier coat comparison:
Fine
Short
Close in texture
Fine Smooth
Colors
What are the original Whippet, Irish Setter and Staffordshire Bull Terrier color?
Black
Red
Blue
Cream
White
Fawn
Red
Mahogany
Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Whippet or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:
Whippet dogs are low shedders.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Low 🔽

The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Yes
Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Staffordshire Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Whippet or Irish Setter or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier?

Not really

Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Whippet and Irish Setter and Staffordshire Bull Terrier have?
4-8 puppies 7-10 puppies 5-7 puppies

Whippet vs Irish Setter vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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

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