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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Red Setter or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever breeds.
No data available Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Lab
Labrador
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
65-80 pounds (29-36 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
72.5 pounds (32.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter or Labrador Retriever? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
25-27 inches (63-69 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
26 inches (66 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter or Labrador Retriever?
Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Trainable
Clever
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Curly-Coated Retriever 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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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Curly-Coated Retriever 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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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter or Labrador Retriever?
Curly-Coated Retriever 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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Curly-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Curly-Coated Retriever 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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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Curly-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Curly-Coated Retriever 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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Curly-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter or Labrador Retriever?
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which needs most food?
4 to 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. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. What colors are available?
Black
Liver
Red
Mahogany
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which drools least?
The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Curly Fine Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter or Labrador Retriever? Curly-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most military use?

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.

Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 7-10 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. What's recommended?

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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Curly-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1924 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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 Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Curly-Coated Retriever, Irish Setter, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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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