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Name	English Setter	Flat-Coated Retriever	Irish Setter
Origins	England	United Kingdom	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter breeds.	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Flatte Flattie Flatcoat	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 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?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter? English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	22-23 inches (56-58 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$600	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which is easiest to train?	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most alert?	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most protective?	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter? Compare temperaments.	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Devoted Optimistic	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. See more.	Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter?	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Flat-Coated Retriever 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 English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. 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?	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Flat-Coated Retriever 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

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Flat-Coated 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
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most playful?	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
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English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Flat-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.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter?	English Setter 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which uses mouth most during play?	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Flat-Coated 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

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Flat-Coated Retriever 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which has fewer health issues?	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.	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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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Flat-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	No data available	Cancer	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most active?	English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter?	English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which needs most food?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), 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

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. What colors are available?	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Black Liver	Red Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which drools least?	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Thick Shiny	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter? English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or {name3 shedding:	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which is best with kids?	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter?	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever or Irish Setter?	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Flat-Coated Retriever 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: English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter?	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Flat-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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Flat-Coated 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?	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. 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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. 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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. 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.

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. What's recommended?	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.

English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. How are they classified internationally?	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Setter, Flat-Coated Retriever, and Irish Setter. Which has most recognition?	Unknown	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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