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Name	English Setter	Irish Red and White Setter	German Wirehaired Pointer
Origins	England	Ireland	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	IRWS Irish RW Setter	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	50-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	62.5 pounds (29.5 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (62-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25 inches (64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$800-$1000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Red and White Setter is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer intelligence:	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer trainability comparison.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Playful Energetic Affectionate Reliable Loyal Devoted	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Red and White Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer social needs comparison:	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. 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 Irish Red and White Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer 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.	Irish Red and White Setter 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.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer playfulness comparison:	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Red and White Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Irish Red and White Setter barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Red and White Setter breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
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English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	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.	Irish Red and White 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.

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Red and White Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Red and White Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Irish Red and White Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases
Veterinarian Visits 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.	Average The Irish Red and White Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do English Setter, Irish Red and White Setter and German Wirehaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Irish Red and White Setter: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	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 Irish Red and White Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer energy level comparison:	English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 4 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.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Red and White Setter has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer coat comparison:	Feathered	Silky	Wiry
Colors What are the original English Setter, Irish Red and White Setter and German Wirehaired Pointer color?	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Red White	White Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer grooming comparison:	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Irish Red and White Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or {name3 shedding:	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Red and White Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Red and White Setter is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are generally with other pets.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Red and White Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Irish Red and White Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Wirehaired Pointer 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.	Irish Red and White Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Setter or Irish Red and White Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Red and White Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like 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.

English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 English Setter and Irish Red and White Setter and German Wirehaired Pointer have?	4-6 puppies	6-12 puppies	6-10 puppies
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English Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Unknown	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc. The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America

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