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Name	Golden Retriever	English Setter	Schipperke
Origins	Scotland	England	Belgium
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke breeds.	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Spits Spitske Spitzke
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or English Setter or Schipperke? Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	11.5 inches (27 cm)

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$400-$600	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or English Setter or Schipperke?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Schipperke 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?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which breed is most vocal?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which breed is most playful?	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.
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Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which breed is most flexible?	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Schipperke dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or English Setter or Schipperke?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which has lowest bite risk?	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Schipperke has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which uses mouth most during play?	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Schipperke dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Schipperke bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. 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 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which has fewer health issues?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Schipperke 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 Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Schipperke 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: Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available	No data available

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
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Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. 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 Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. What colors are available?	Golden Light	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which drools least?	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Feathered	Fluffy Soft Thick
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which requires most frequent baths?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or English Setter or Schipperke? Golden Retriever or English Setter or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which is best with kids?	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Schipperke dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or English Setter or Schipperke? Which dog is more friendly?	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or English Setter or Schipperke?	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or English Setter or Schipperke?	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Schipperke dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke?	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Schipperke dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Schipperke is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Schipperkes are usually recommended for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. 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 Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. 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.

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. 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.

Golden Retriever vs English Setter vs Schipperke Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Golden Retriever, English Setter, and Schipperke. Which has most recognition?	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	Unknown	No data available

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