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Name	English Setter	Irish Setter	Australian Shepherd
Origins	England	Ireland	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	95	72	17
Reviews	3	4	7
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, English Setter or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd intelligence:	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd trainability comparison.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? 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 Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
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.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	High: English Setter 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.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. 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.	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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 Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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 Setter vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. 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 Setter or Australian Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd 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 Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd 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 Setter or Australian Shepherd?	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 Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd 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.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd 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 Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	English Setter dogs have a higher than 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.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	The English Setter 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.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd 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 Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes
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 Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do English Setter, Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	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 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 Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	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.	1.5 to 2.5 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? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd coat comparison:	Feathered	Fine	Feathered
Colors What are the original English Setter, Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd color?	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Red Mahogany	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? English Setter or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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 Setter or Australian Shepherd?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd 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 Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd 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 Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Australian Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes English Setter 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 Australian Shepherd 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 Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Australian Shepherd 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 Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd 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 Setter or Australian Shepherd? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a 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.	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 Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd 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 Setter vs Australian Shepherd 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 Setter and Australian Shepherd have?	4-6 puppies	7-10 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd 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 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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