Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Comparison – Which dog is better St. Hubert Hound or Irish Red Setter?

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Name	Bloodhound	Irish Setter
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bloodhound and Irish Setter. What other names are these breeds known by?	St. Hubert Hound Saint Hubert Hound Chien de Saint-Hubert Flemish Hound	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bloodhound and an Irish Setter. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bloodhound and an Irish Setter. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 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: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bloodhound or Irish Setter? Is a Bloodhound taller than an Irish Setter?	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bloodhound and an Irish Setter. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bloodhound or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare training requirements.	Bloodhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare alertness levels.	Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bloodhound and an Irish Setter. How do their temperaments differ?	Stubborn Independent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bloodhound vs Irish Setter?	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: Bloodhound vs Irish Setter?	High: Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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? What's the difference between Bloodhound vs Irish Setter?	Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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? What's the difference between Bloodhound vs Irish Setter? Which can be better for hunting?	Bloodhound 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

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Bloodhound 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
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare play drive and energy.	The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
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Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bloodhound or Irish Setter?	Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bloodhound dogs have a strong 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.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bloodhound 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

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bloodhound and an Irish Setter. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	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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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bloodhound vs Irish Setter?	Rare The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bloodhound vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bloodhound vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Entropion Ectropion Elbow Dysplasia Ectopic Cilia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare activity levels.	Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bloodhound vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bloodhound or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bloodhound or Irish Setter?	Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare daily food needs.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 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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Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bloodhound and Irish Setter? Compare breed colors.	Black Tan Red Liver	Red Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bloodhound and an Irish Setter? Compare fur types.	Rough	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bloodhound or Irish Setter? Do Bloodhound dogs shed more than Irish Setter dogs?	Bloodhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bloodhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Bloodhound dogs are very 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bloodhound or Irish Setter?	Bloodhound dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bloodhound or Irish Setter? Can a Bloodhound and an Irish Setter be friends? Do Bloodhound dogs get along with Irish Setter dogs?	Bloodhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bloodhound vs Irish Setter?	Yes Bloodhound 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 Bloodhound 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?	Bloodhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Which is better for therapy work: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare scenting abilities.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare SAR abilities.	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.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bloodhound or an Irish Setter? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Bloodhound and Irish Setter. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bloodhound and Irish Setter. Which has larger litters?	8-10 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bloodhound and Irish Setter breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bloodhound and Irish Setter. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bloodhound vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bloodhound and Irish Setter. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bloodhound and Irish Setter. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bloodhound and Irish Setter. Which is more widely recognized?	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. 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

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