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Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: IRWS or Gordon Castle Setters or Berner? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Red and White Setter Gordon Setter Bernese Mountain Dog
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Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
IRWS
Irish RW Setter
Gordon Castle Setters Berner
Bernese Cattle Dog
Berner Sennenhund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Gordon Setter? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight comparison:
50-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 85-110 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 80-105 pounds (36–48 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
62.5 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 97.5 pounds (38–50 kg), Female: 92.5 pounds (36–48 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog height comparison:
Male: 24-26 inches (62-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 26 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 25 inches (58–69 cm)

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Frequent: The Irish Red and White Setter is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Bernese Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Gordon Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Bernese Mountain Dog is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog trainability comparison.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Loyal
Fearless
Eager
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Faithful
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
High: Irish Red and White Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Gordon Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog social needs comparison:
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Irish Red and White Setter is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Irish Red and White Setter 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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Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog playfulness comparison:
The Irish Red and White Setter is a playful breed.
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The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Bernese Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Average: The Irish Red and White Setter barks occasionally.
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Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Red and White Setter breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Bernese Mountain Dog breed in the home.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Gordon Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Bernese Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Irish Red and White 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Red and White Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bernese Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Irish Red and White Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bernese Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog mouthiness comparison:
Irish Red and White Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Gordon Setter dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
The Irish Red and White Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Gordon Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Irish Red and White Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Gordon Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Bernese Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Red and White Setter, Gordon Setter and Bernese Mountain Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Irish Red and White Setter: 12 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Gordon Setter: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Bernese Mountain Dog: 9 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Red and White 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 Gordon Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Bernese Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog energy level comparison:
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
2.5 to 4 cups 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. 6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Irish Red and White Setter has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bernese Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog coat comparison:
Silky Soft
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense
Colors
What are the original Irish Red and White Setter, Gordon Setter and Bernese Mountain Dog color?
Red
White
Black
Tan
Red
Black
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Irish Red and White Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Bernese Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or {name3 shedding:
Irish Red and White Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bernese Mountain Dog dogs shed above average.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog?

Medium

The Irish Red and White Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bernese Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Irish Red and White Setter is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Gordon Setter is an average drooler.
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The Bernese Mountain Dog 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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Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog?
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog?
Yes
Irish Red and White Setter 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.
Yes
Bernese Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Irish Red and White Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bernese Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Irish Red and White Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Bernese Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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.
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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 Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Red and White Setter or Gordon Setter or Bernese Mountain Dog? Which is better for autism?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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: Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog?

Yes

Irish Red and White Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Gordon Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Bernese Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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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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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog 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.
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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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Litter Size
How many puppies can Irish Red and White Setter and Gordon Setter and Bernese Mountain Dog have?
6-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 1-14 puppies, average 8

Irish Red and White Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Bernese Mountain Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1937 as a Working breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs 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
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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