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Name	Golden Retriever	Welsh Springer Spaniel	English Setter
Origins	Scotland	Wales	England
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Welsh Cocker Spaniel Welsh Starter Welshie Welsh Springer	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or Welsh Springer Spaniel? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg), Female: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19 kg), Female: 40 pounds (18 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$2000	$1200-$1400	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Welsh Springer Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English 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. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Active Playful Stubborn Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Loyal	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous
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.	Sensitive: Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
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Social Needs Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	English 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?	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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Springer Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.
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Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English 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.	Welsh Springer Spaniel 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	English Setter 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.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Welsh Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 Welsh Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English 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	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Entropion Elbow Dysplasia Glaucoma	No data available
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).	Average The Welsh Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, Welsh Springer Spaniel and English Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniel: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter?	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 Welsh Springer Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Welsh Springer Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Silky Soft Straight	Feathered
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, Welsh Springer Spaniel and English Setter color?	Golden Light	Red White	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter? Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Welsh Springer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter? Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Welsh Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average 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. See more.	The Welsh Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

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

Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Golden Retriever or Welsh Springer Spaniel or English Setter? Which is better for autism?	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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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.	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 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: Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English Setter?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Welsh Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
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. 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.
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 Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Golden Retriever and Welsh Springer Spaniel and English Setter have?	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs Welsh Springer Spaniel vs English 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 1914 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 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 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	No data available	Unknown

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