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Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Golden Flat Coat or Grey Ghost or Irish Red Setter? Find the right dog for you

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Name Golden Retriever Weimaraner Irish Setter
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Grey Ghost
Weim
Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Weimaraner? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter weight comparison:
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 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: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $1500-$2000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter intelligence:
Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.
Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Weimaraner dogs are 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: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Weimaraner 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 Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Weimaraner dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Social
Steady
Fast
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
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.
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Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter?
High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Weimaraner 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
Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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Weimaraner 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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Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:
The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter?
Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Weimaraner 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 Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Weimaraner 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: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Weimaraner 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:

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, 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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Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter?
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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: Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter 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
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Ectropion
Distichiasis
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 Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Weimaraner and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner 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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Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter coat comparison:
Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fine Fine
Colors
What are the original Golden Retriever, Weimaraner and Irish Setter color?
Golden
Light
Gray
Blue
Silver
Copper
Red
Mahogany
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:
Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or {name3 shedding:
Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Weimaraner 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: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner 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, Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter?

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Weimaraner 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 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.
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The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter?
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner 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: Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter?
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Weimaraner 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?
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Weimaraner 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?
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good 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: Golden Retriever or Weimaraner or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

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

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.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter?

Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like 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.

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner 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 Golden Retriever and Weimaraner and Irish Setter have?
5-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 7-10 puppies

Golden Retriever vs Weimaraner vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 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 Retrievers 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.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
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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