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Name	Hokkaido Dog	Irish Setter	Poodle
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Ainu-ken Do-ken Seta Ainu dog	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Barbone Caniche Chien Canne Grosse Pudel French Poodle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle weight comparison:	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle height comparison:	18-22 inches (46-56 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	20 inches (49 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	15 inches (38 cm) or more

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$300-$500	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Poodle is quite easy to get.

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle trainability comparison.	Hokkaido Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Poodle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	Hokkaido Dog dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hokkaido Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Poodle dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Courageous Docile Faithful Brave	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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: Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle?	High: Hokkaido Dog 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.	High: Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle social needs comparison:	Hokkaido Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Hokkaido Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Poodle dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle playfulness comparison:	Average: Hokkaido Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle?	Average: The Hokkaido Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Poodle is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hokkaido Dog breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Hokkaido Dog 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.	Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	Hokkaido Dog 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.	Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle?	The Hokkaido Dog 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 Poodle 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: Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Allergies Cryptorchidism Collie Eye Anomaly Blocked Tear Ducts Hypodontia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis Ear Infections Addison's Disease Cushing's Syndrome Runny Eyes Canine Atrial Septal Defect (asd) Neonatal Encephalopathy (news) Optic Nerve Hypoplasia Premature Graying
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Hokkaido Dog 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 Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Hokkaido Dog, Irish Setter and Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Hokkaido Dog: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Poodle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle?	Prefers cold weather The Hokkaido Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle energy level comparison:	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Hokkaido Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	Hokkaido Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	2 to 3 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hokkaido Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle coat comparison:	Thick	Fine	Curly
Colors What are the original Hokkaido Dog, Irish Setter and Poodle color?	Black White Brindle Black & Tan	Red Mahogany	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Hokkaido Dog requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:	Hokkaido Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Poodle dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle?	Medium ⏺ The Hokkaido Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poodle has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Hokkaido Dog is an average drooler. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Good With Comparison

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

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Hokkaido Dog or Irish Setter or Poodle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.	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: Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle?	Not really Hokkaido Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Poodle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Hokkaido Dog and Irish Setter and Poodle have?	3-7 puppies	7-10 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Hokkaido Dog vs Irish Setter vs Poodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Non-Sporting & Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Poodle section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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	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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