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Name	Gordon Setter	English Setter	Irish Setter
Origins	Scotland	England	Ireland
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter breeds.	Gordon Castle Setters	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Gordon Setter or English Setter or Irish Setter? Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$400-$600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Gordon Setter or English Setter or Irish Setter?	Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which is easiest to train?	Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most alert?	Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most protective?	Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter? Compare temperaments.	Alert Intelligent Confident Loyal Fearless Eager	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter?	High: Gordon Setter 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.	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 Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. 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 Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	English Setter 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?	Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Setter 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

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which breed is most flexible?	Gordon Setter 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.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Gordon Setter or English Setter or Irish Setter?	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.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which uses mouth most during play?	Gordon Setter 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.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter 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

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Gordon Setter 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.	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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which has fewer health issues?	The Gordon Setter 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.	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?	Average The Gordon Setter 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.	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: Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which needs most food?	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	4 to 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.
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Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Gordon Setter, English Setter, 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Red Mahogany
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which drools least?	The Gordon Setter is an average drooler. See more.	The English Setter 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Soft Wavy Shiny Straight	Feathered	Fine
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 Gordon Setter or English Setter or Irish Setter? Gordon Setter or English Setter or {name3 shedding:	Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which is best with kids?	Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very 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?	Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.	English Setter 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 Gordon Setter or English Setter or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Gordon Setter or English Setter or Irish Setter?	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Gordon Setter or English Setter or Irish Setter?	Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very 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: Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter?	Yes Gordon Setter 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 Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Setter 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?	Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Gordon Setter, English Setter, 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, 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.

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. Which has most puppies?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Gordon Setter, English Setter, 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, 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.

Gordon Setter vs English Setter vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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 Gordon Setter, English Setter, and Irish Setter. 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	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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