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Name	Brittany	Portuguese Water Dog	Irish Setter
Origins	France	Portugal	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	26	54	72
Reviews	3	5	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	Cao De Agua Portie Water Dog	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Portuguese Water Dog? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter weight comparison:	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 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: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 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: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?	$700-$800	$2500-$2800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter intelligence:	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? 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.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	Intelligent Docile Obedient Brave Impetuous Quarrelsome	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable
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.	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: Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter?	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Portuguese Water Dog 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 Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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?	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter?	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks. 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 Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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.	Portuguese Water Dog 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: Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Portuguese Water Dog 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 Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter?	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Portuguese Water Dog 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: Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Entropion Ectropion Distichiasis Persistent Pupillary Membranes Addison's Disease Megaesophagus Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd) Abnormally Small Eyes GM-1 Storage Disease Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy Gastrointestinal Diseases Colitis Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis Lymphangiectasia	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 Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, Portuguese Water Dog and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 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: Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter?	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 Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 2.5 cup 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter coat comparison:	Feathered	Curly	Fine
Colors What are the original Brittany, Portuguese Water Dog and Irish Setter color?	White Orange Liver Roan	Black White Brown	Red Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or {name3 shedding:	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal. 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: Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter?	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Portuguese Water Dog has a low 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 Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Portuguese Water Dog 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.

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Portuguese Water Dog dogs are 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 Brittany or Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter?	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Portuguese Water Dog 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: Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter?	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog 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 Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Portuguese Water Dog 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?	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter 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 Portuguese Water Dog or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter?	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes 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.

Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog 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 Brittany and Portuguese Water Dog and Irish Setter have?	1-11 puppies, average 6	4-8 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Brittany vs Portuguese Water Dog vs Irish Setter 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 1983 as a Hound 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs 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 Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The 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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