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Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Comparison - Dog breed selector: Sheepdog or Irish Red Setter or Carriage Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Border Collie Irish Setter Dalmatian
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Carriage Dog
Dally
Firehouse Dog
Plum Pudding Dog
Spotted Coach Dog
Dal
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Which is the smallest dog, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) about 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian height comparison:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian intelligence:
Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Dalmatian dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian trainability comparison.
Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Dalmatian dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Dalmatian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Dalmatian dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Active
Playful
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Border Collie 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: Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian?
High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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: Dalmatian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian social needs comparison:
Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Dalmatian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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 Dalmatian 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?
Border Collie 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.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Dalmatian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian playfulness comparison:
The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian?
Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian?
The Border Collie 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.
Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Skin Allergies
Iris Sphincter Dysplasia
Urolithiasis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Border Collie 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.
Rare
The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian lifespan comparison. How long do Border Collie, Irish Setter and Dalmatian breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian energy level comparison:
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Dalmatian dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dalmatian dogs don't need too much sleep.

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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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 Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian coat comparison:
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Fine Fine
Colors
What are the original Border Collie, Irish Setter and Dalmatian color?
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Red
Mahogany
Black
White
Brown
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian grooming comparison:
Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Border Collie or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:
Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Dalmatian dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian 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, Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian?

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Border Collie 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 Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Dalmatian dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Which dog is more friendly?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian?
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Dalmatian dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian?
Yes
Border Collie 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
Dalmatian dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Border Collie or Irish Setter or Dalmatian? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian?

Not really

Border Collie 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

Dalmatian 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.

Not really

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

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian 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 Border Collie and Irish Setter and Dalmatian have?
4-8 puppies 7-10 puppies 6-9 puppies

Border Collie vs Irish Setter vs Dalmatian Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association
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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