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Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Apollo of Dogs or Laverack or Flatte? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever breeds.
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Flatte
Flattie
Flatcoat
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Giant Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Great Dane or English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever? Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever height comparison:
Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $400-$600 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Great Dane or English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever?
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Devoted
Optimistic
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Great Dane 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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Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever 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: Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever?
Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever social needs comparison:
Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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English Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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English 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 Flat-Coated Retriever 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?
Great Dane 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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English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Flat-Coated 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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Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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The English Setter is a playful breed.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Flat-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Great Dane or English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever?
Great Dane 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.
English Setter dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Great Dane has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?
Great Dane dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Flat-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
No data available Cancer

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which needs most food?
8 to 10 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. 3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. What colors are available?
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Black
Liver
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which drools least?
The Great Dane 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 English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Feathered Thick
Shiny
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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 Great Dane or English Setter or Flat-Coated Retriever? Great Dane or English Setter or {name3 shedding:
Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. 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 Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which is best for draft work?

Yes

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 Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has most military use?

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

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.

Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Which has most puppies?
10-15 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. 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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Great Dane vs English Setter vs Flat-Coated Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Great Dane, English Setter, and Flat-Coated Retriever. 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
Canadian Canine Registry
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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