Harrier vs Gordon Setter Comparison – Which dog is better Harehound or Gordon Castle Setters?

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Name	Harrier	Gordon Setter
Origins	United Kingdom	Scotland
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Harehound	Gordon Castle Setters
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Harrier vs Gordon Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Harrier or Gordon Setter? Is the Harrier bigger than the Gordon Setter breed? Is a Harrier smaller than a Gordon Setter?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Harrier or Gordon Setter? Harrier vs Gordon Setter weight comparison:	40-60 pounds (18-27 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?	50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Harrier or Gordon Setter? Is a Harrier taller than a Gordon Setter?	19-21 inches (48-50 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?	20 inches (49 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Harrier or Gordon Setter? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Harrier and Gordon Setter?	$300-$400	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Harrier or Gordon Setter smarter? Which is best? Harrier vs Gordon Setter intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Harrier vs Gordon Setter trainability comparison. What's the difference between Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Harrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Harrier or Gordon Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Harrier vs Gordon Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Harrier or Gordon Setter? Harrier vs Gordon Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant	Alert Intelligent Confident Loyal Fearless Eager
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Harrier dogs are less 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: Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Gordon Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Harrier vs Gordon Setter social needs comparison:	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Harrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Harrier vs Gordon Setter? Which can be better for hunting?	Harrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Harrier vs Gordon Setter playfulness comparison:	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Low to Average: The Harrier rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Gordon Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Harrier 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.

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Harrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Harrier more dangerous than a Gordon Setter?	Low 🔽 The Harrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Harrier vs Gordon Setter mouthiness comparison:	Harrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Harrier vs Gordon Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Gordon Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Harrier vs Gordon Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Harrier vs Gordon Setter health problems comparison:	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Gordon Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Harrier vs Gordon Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Harrier and Gordon Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Harrier and Gordon Setter?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Harrier vs Gordon 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 Gordon Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Harrier or Gordon Setter? Harrier vs Gordon Setter energy level comparison:	Harrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Harrier vs Gordon Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Harrier or Gordon Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Harrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Harrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Harrier or Gordon Setter? Does the Harrier breed eat more than the Gordon Setter breed?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Harrier vs Gordon Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Harrier vs Gordon Setter coat comparison:	Thick Shiny	Soft Wavy Shiny Straight
Colors What are the original Harrier and Gordon Setter color? Harrier vs Gordon Setter color comparison:	Black Tan Red White Lemon	Black Tan Red
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Harrier or Gordon Setter? Harrier vs Gordon Setter grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Harrier or Gordon Setter? Do Harrier dogs shed more than Gordon Setter dogs?	Harrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Gordon 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: Harrier or Gordon Setter?	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.
Hypoallergenic Harrier vs Gordon Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Medium ⏺ The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Gordon Setter is an average drooler. See more.

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Harrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Harrier or Gordon Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Harrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Harrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Harrier or Gordon Setter?	Harrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Harrier or Gordon Setter? Can a Harrier and a Gordon Setter be friends? Do Harrier dogs get along with Gordon Setter dogs?	Harrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Yes Harrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Gordon Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Harriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Harrier vs Gordon Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	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: Harrier or Gordon Setter? Which is better for autism?	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?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	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: Harrier vs Gordon Setter?	Not really Harrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Gordon 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.
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.

Harrier vs Gordon Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Harrier and Gordon Setter have? Harrier vs Gordon Setter litter size comparison:	5-7 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Harrier vs Gordon Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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?	No data available	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

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