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Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Gordon Castle Setters or Irish Red Setter or English Borsetter Collie? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie breeds.
Gordon Castle Setters Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

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

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie? Compare adult weight ranges.
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) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or English Borsetter Collie? Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie height comparison:
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) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

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

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

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

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: English Borsetter Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which is easiest to train?
Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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English Borsetter Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed is most alert?
Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Borsetter Collie dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed is most protective?
Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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English Borsetter Collie dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Loyal
Fearless
Eager
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Tenacious
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: English Borsetter Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie?
High: Gordon Setter 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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High: English Borsetter Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie social needs comparison:
Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Borsetter Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the English Borsetter Collie is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Borsetter Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The English Borsetter Collie barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed is most playful?
The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The English Borsetter Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
It is not recommended to keep the English Borsetter Collie breed in the home.

Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Borsetter Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which uses mouth most during play?
Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, 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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English Borsetter Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Borsetter Collie bite force: Ordinary.

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

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of English Borsetter Collie: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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.
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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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Borsetter Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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 Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The English Borsetter Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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 Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The English Borsetter Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans

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

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which breed is most active?
Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Borsetter Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or English Borsetter Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Borsetter Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or English Borsetter Collie?
Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Borsetter Collie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Borsetter Collie's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which needs most food?
3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 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.

Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Red
Red
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Sable
Brindle
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lilac
Gold
Seal
Lemon
Belton
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The English Borsetter Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which drools least?
The Gordon Setter is an average drooler.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The English Borsetter Collie is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Borsetter Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Soft
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Fine Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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.
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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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or English Borsetter Collie? Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:
Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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English Borsetter Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which is best with kids?
Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Borsetter Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
English Borsetter Collie dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or English Borsetter Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Borsetter Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or English Borsetter Collie?
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
English Borsetter Collie dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Gordon Setter or Irish Setter or English Borsetter Collie?
Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Borsetter Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie?
Yes
Gordon 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.
Yes
English Borsetter Collie 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
Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Borsetter Collie 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.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Borsetter Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

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

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

English Borsetter Collie breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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 Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 7-10 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. What's recommended?

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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Gordon Setter vs Irish Setter vs English Borsetter Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Gordon Setter, Irish Setter, and English Borsetter Collie. 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
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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