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Name	Brittany	Irish Setter	English Cocker Spaniel
Origins	France	Ireland	England
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Merry Cocker Woker Cocker
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$700-$800	$800-$1000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Brittany or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm)

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine	Feathered
Colors What are the original Brittany, Irish Setter and English Cocker Spaniel color?	White Orange Liver Roan	Red Mahogany	Black Tan Blue Golden Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Brittany or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel 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: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Playful Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Trainable Quiet Faithful
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel intelligence:	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel trainability comparison.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Brittany 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.	Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel?	High: Brittany 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.	High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish 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 Cocker 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?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Cocker 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
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	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 Brittany indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brittany 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.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	Brittany 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.	English Cocker Spaniel 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.

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel Health Comparison

Health Issues Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Renal Failure
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Irish Setter and English Cocker Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel energy level comparison:	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel?	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.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany 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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. 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: Brittany or Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Cocker Spaniel 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.

Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel 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 Brittany and Irish Setter and English Cocker Spaniel have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	7-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Brittany vs Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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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