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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Laverack or Irish Red Setter or Gordon Castle Setters? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Setter Irish Setter Gordon Setter
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Gordon Castle Setters
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which is the smallest dog, English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, English Setter or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Price and Availability Comparison

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

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter intelligence:
Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter trainability comparison.
English Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
English Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? 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.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Loyal
Fearless
Eager
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?
High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Gordon Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter social needs comparison:
English Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter playfulness comparison:
The English Setter is a playful breed.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?
Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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.
Gordon Setter 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 Gordon 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.
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?

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

Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.
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 Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter mouthiness comparison:
English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?
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 Gordon Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
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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 Gordon Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter lifespan comparison. How long do English Setter, Irish Setter and Gordon Setter 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
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Gordon Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter energy level comparison:
English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? 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.
Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
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.
Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
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. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter weight gain potential comparison:
High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter coat comparison:
Feathered Fine Soft
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Colors
What are the original English Setter, Irish Setter and Gordon Setter color?
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Red
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter grooming comparison:
Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? English Setter or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:
English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?

Medium

The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Gordon Setter 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.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Gordon Setter is an average drooler.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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.
Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter?
English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter?
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
Gordon 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
Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Gordon 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.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: English Setter or Irish Setter or Gordon Setter? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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 Setter vs Gordon Setter?

Yes

English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Gordon 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can English Setter and Irish Setter and Gordon Setter have?
4-6 puppies 7-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter 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 1878 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 British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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
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

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