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Name	Australian Shepherd	English Setter	English Water Spaniel
Origins	United States	England	United Kingdom
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog	Extinct
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel breeds.	Little Blue Dog Aussie	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	English Water Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel? Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$400-$600	Unavailable
Availability Which is easier to get, Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: English Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Water Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	English Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel? Compare temperaments.	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Energetic Alert Intelligent Trainable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel?	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel social needs comparison:	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the English Water Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The English Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The English Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Australian Shepherd indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Water Spaniel breed.
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Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel?	Australian Shepherd 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.	English Setter 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.	English Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Water Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of English Water Spaniel: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The English Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes	No data available	No data available

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which breed is most active?	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Water Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Water Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel?	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The English Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which needs most food?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. What colors are available?	Black Red Blue Merle	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Reddish Dark Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which drools least?	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Feathered	Curly Waterproof
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel? Australian Shepherd or English Setter or {name3 shedding:	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is best with kids?	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Water Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Australian Shepherd or English Setter or English Water Spaniel?	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Water Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel?	Yes Australian Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Australian Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Water Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has most military use?	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has most puppies?	6-9 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Australian Shepherd vs English Setter vs English Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Australian Shepherd, English Setter, and English Water Spaniel. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America	Unknown	No data available

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