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Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: British Bulldog or Staff or Irish Red Setter? Find the right dog for you

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Name Bulldog Staffordshire Bull Terrier Irish Setter
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
British Bulldog
English Bulldog
Staff
Stafford
Staffy Bull
Staffy
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Staffordshire Bull Terrier? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter weight comparison:
Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg) Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 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: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg) Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter height comparison:
12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 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?
14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $1500-$2000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter intelligence:
Low: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Courageous
Friendly
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Reliable
Bold
Fearless
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.
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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: Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter?
High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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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Social Needs
Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:
Bulldog dogs are a social breed.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:
Bulldogs don't really like playing.
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Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter?
Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog breed.
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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Bulldog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Bulldog 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.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bulldog bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Staffordshire Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Moderate

The Bulldog has an average chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:
Bulldog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter?
Very healthy dog breed.
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Cherry Eye
Demodectic Mange
Reverse Sneezing
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Dry Eye
Head Shakes
Cataracts
Distichiasis
Mastocytoma
Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous
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?
Rare
The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Life Expectancy
Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Bulldog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
8-10 years
The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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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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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Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:
Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter coat comparison:
Fine Smooth Fine
Colors
What are the original Bulldog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Irish Setter color?
Gray
Red
White
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Red
Mahogany
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:
Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Bulldog dogs shed moderately.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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
Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter 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, Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter?

High 🔼

The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter?
Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter?
No
Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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
Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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?
Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Bulldog or Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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?

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: Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter?

Not really

Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Not really

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

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Reproducibility Comparison

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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 Bulldog and Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Irish Setter have?
4-5 puppies 5-7 puppies 7-10 puppies

Bulldog vs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers 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
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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