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English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Cocker or Irish Red Setter? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel American Cocker Spaniel Irish Setter
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Springer Spaniel Cocker
Merry Cocker
Cocker Spaniel
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter weight comparison:
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 15-16.5 inches (38-41 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) 15-16.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The American Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter intelligence:
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: American Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Outgoing
Outright
Tempered
Merry
Trusting
Joyful
Sociable
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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 Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: American Cocker Spaniel 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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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the American Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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American Cocker Spaniel 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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English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
American Cocker Spaniel 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs have an 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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English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
American Cocker Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Irish 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 Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia
Primary Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The American Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of American Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
3 to 4.5 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. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the American Cocker Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter coat comparison:
Feathered Feathered Fine
Colors
What are the original English Springer Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel and Irish Setter color?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
Tan
Red
Silver
Brown
Buff
Red
Mahogany
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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American Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Hypoallergenic
English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish 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 Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Cocker Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The American Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
American Cocker Spaniel is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish 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 Springer Spaniel or American Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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 Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

American Cocker Spaniel 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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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 Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish 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 Springer Spaniel and American Cocker Spaniel and Irish Setter have?
4-10 puppies 4-7 puppies 7-10 puppies

English Springer Spaniel vs American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs 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?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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