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Name	Dalmatian	Labrador Retriever	Irish Setter
Origins	Croatia	England Canada	Ireland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Carriage Dog Dally Firehouse Dog Plum Pudding Dog Spotted Coach Dog Dal	Lab Labrador	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?	$500-$600	$1000-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The Dalmatian is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Labrador Retriever? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter weight comparison:	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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?	about 55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Fine
Colors What are the original Dalmatian, Labrador Retriever and Irish Setter color?	White Liver Brown Black	Yellow Chocolate Black	Mahogany Red
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Dalmatian requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. 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 Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or {name3 shedding:	Dalmatians are heavy shedders. See more.	Labrador Retrievers shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setters shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Friendly Outgoing Sensitive Energetic Intelligent Playful	Affectionate Cheerful Friendly Intelligent Loyal Playful Social Alert Energetic Gentle Loving Going Responsive	Affectionate Energetic Lively Intelligent Companionable Independent Playful
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter intelligence:	Smart: Dalmatian's has great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: Irish Setter's has great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.	Dalmatians are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retrievers are very easy to train. See more.	Irish Setters are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:	The Dalmatian is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retrievers 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter?	High: Dalmatians are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retrievers may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Irish Setters are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Dalmatians need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Labrador Retrievers need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Setters need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter?	Average: The Dalmatian barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. 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
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Dalmatians are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retrievers are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setters are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Dalmatians are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retrievers are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setters are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Dalmatian bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever 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
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:	Dalmatians have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retrievers have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setters have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Dalmatian is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Labrador Retrievers have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Setters 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?	Dalmatians have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labrador Retrievers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Irish Setters 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 Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Dalmatian breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter 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?	Dalmatians adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Labrador Retrievers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Setters adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Dalmatians tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Labrador Retrievers tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Irish Setters tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Dalmatians are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retrievers are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setters are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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?	Dalmatians are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retrievers are usually friendly towards other pets.	Irish Setters are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Dalmatians are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retrievers are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setters are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Dalmatians are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retrievers are cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setters are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Dalmatians are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retrievers are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Setters are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter?	Yes Dalmatians are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retrievers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Setters are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Dalmatian is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever 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?	Dalmatians are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter Health Comparison

Health Issues Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter?	Dalmatians are commonly healthy dogs.	The Labrador Retriever 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	Allergies Deafness Hip Dysplasia Iris Sphincter Dysplasia Skin Allergies Urolithiasis	Acute Moist Dermatitis Bloat Cataracts Cold Tail Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Myopathy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Bloat Cancer Canine Leukocyte Epilepsy Hip Dysplasia Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Hypothyroidism Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Dalmatian should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Labrador Retriever 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 Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Dalmatian, Labrador Retriever and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Dalmatian: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter 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 Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:	Dalmatians are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retrievers are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setters are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Dalmatians need a lot of exercises.	Labrador Retrievers need a lot of exercises.	Irish Setters need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Dalmatians don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retrievers don't need too much sleep.	Irish Setters don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 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.	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? Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Dalmatian's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter?	Low 🔽 The Dalmatian has a low chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high 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 Dalmatian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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: Dalmatian or Labrador Retriever or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter?	Not really Dalmatian breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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.

Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever 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 Dalmatian and Labrador Retriever and Irish Setter have?	6-9 puppies	5-10 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Dalmatian vs Labrador Retriever vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	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.
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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