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Name	Beagle	Shetland Sheepdog	Irish Setter
Origins	England	Scotland	Ireland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Beagle	Dwarf Scotch Shepherd Sheltie Shetland Collie Toonie Dog Miniature Collie	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Small	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Shetland Sheepdog? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter weight comparison:	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	14-27 pounds (6-12 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	20.5 pounds (9 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	13-16 inches (33-41 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	14.5 inches (37 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?	$500-$800	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Shetland Sheepdog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Outstanding: Shetland Sheepdog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Playful Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Shetland Sheepdog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shetland Sheepdogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Shetland Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Shetland Sheepdog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Shetland Sheepdog 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.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shetland Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shetland Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Shetland Sheepdog 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Epilepsy Heart Problems Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Collie Eye Anomaly Haemophilia Trichiasis	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Shetland Sheepdog 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.
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Life Expectancy Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Beagle, Shetland Sheepdog and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Shetland Sheepdog: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shetland Sheepdog 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 Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs have an average exercise need.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Shetland Sheepdog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Beagle, Shetland Sheepdog and Irish Setter color?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Tan Blue White Sable Merle	Red Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.
Hypoallergenic Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shetland Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shetland Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Shetland Sheepdog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shetland Sheepdog 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shetland Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Shetland Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Beagle or Shetland Sheepdog or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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: Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shetland Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Beagle and Shetland Sheepdog and Irish Setter have?	2-14 puppies, average 7	4-6 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Beagle vs Shetland Sheepdog vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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