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Name	English Springer Spaniel	German Shorthaired Pointer	Irish Setter
Origins	England	Germany	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter breeds.	Springer Spaniel	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 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)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$800	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which is easiest to train?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most alert?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most protective?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter? Compare temperaments.	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter?	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
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. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
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. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most playful?	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most flexible?	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which uses mouth most during play?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which has fewer health issues?	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointers 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.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most active?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter?	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 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 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish 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 Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. What colors are available?	Black Tan White Liver	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Red Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which drools least?	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Dense	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish 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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter? English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which is best with kids?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Irish Setter?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter?	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer 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.	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed 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.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish 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 Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish 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 Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish 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 Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which has most puppies?	4-10 puppies	7-12 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish 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 Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish 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 Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. How are they classified internationally?	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 Continental Pointing Dogs 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 Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Irish Setter. Which has most recognition?	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 Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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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