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Name	English Setter	Irish Setter	Gordon Setter
Origins	England	Ireland	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	95	72	104
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter breeds.	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Gordon Castle Setters
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter? Compare adult weight ranges.	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 Range Compare puppy costs for English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Find price differences between these breeds.	$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

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which is easiest to train?	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed is most alert?	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed is most protective?	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.	Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders. See more.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter? Compare temperaments.	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. 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
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. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Gordon 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 Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter social needs comparison:	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Gordon Setter 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.	Irish 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 Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Gordon Setter 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 Gordon Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed is most vocal?	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed is most playful?	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed is most flexible?	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.
Alone Time Tolerance 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 Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which has lowest bite risk?	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.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which has the strongest bite?	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.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed lives longest?	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
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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 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 Gordon 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, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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.	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.
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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.	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.
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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	No data available

English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which breed is most active?	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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
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.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which is most prone to obesity?	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: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which needs most food?	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.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. What colors are available?	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Red Mahogany	Black Tan Red
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which drools 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 Gordon Setter is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which has least natural smell?	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.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Fine	Soft Wavy Shiny Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
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. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
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English Setter vs Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which is best with kids?	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility 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.
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 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.
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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 Capability Compare service dog potential between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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 Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	7-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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 Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon Setter. How are they classified?	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 Classification Compare FCI groups for English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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 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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Setter, Irish Setter, and Gordon 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

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