Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Comparison – Which dog is better Irish Red Setter or Little Blue Dog?

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Name	Irish Setter	Australian Shepherd
Origins	Ireland	United States
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd. What other names are these breeds known by?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Little Blue Dog Aussie
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between an Irish Setter and an Australian Shepherd. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between an Irish Setter and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (25-29 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? Is an Irish Setter taller than an Australian Shepherd?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 20-23 inches (52-58cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46–53 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 21.5 inches (55 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (46–53 cm)

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between an Irish Setter and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed costs more?	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Australian Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Australian Shepherd dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare training requirements.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare alertness levels.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare territorial behaviors.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of an Irish Setter and an Australian Shepherd. How do their temperaments differ?	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Active Loving Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Australian Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Australian Shepherd dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Australian Shepherd 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

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare play drive and energy.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare living space needs.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Australian Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare adaptability levels.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Australian Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Australian Shepherd 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 vs Australian Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Australian Shepherd: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare climate tolerances.	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Australian Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between an Irish Setter and an Australian Shepherd. Which breed is healthier?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Australian Shepherd is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd?	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Australian Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Deafness Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Distichiasis Collie Eye Anomaly Detached Retina Nasal Solar Dermatitis Osteochondrosis Dissecans Persistent Pupillary Membranes

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare activity levels.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Australian Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Australian Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd?	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Australian Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Australian Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd? Compare breed colors.	Red Mahogany	Black Red Blue Merle
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maintenance needs.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Australian Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare drooling amounts.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between an Irish Setter and an Australian Shepherd? Compare fur types.	Fine	Feathered
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare bathing frequencies.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Australian Shepherd? Do Irish Setter dogs shed more than Australian Shepherd dogs?	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Australian Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Good With Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare service capabilities.	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 Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare maritime abilities.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: an Irish Setter or an Australian Shepherd? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd. Which has stronger military background?	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 Setter vs Australian Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd. Which has larger litters?	7-10 puppies	6-9 puppies, average 7
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Irish Setter vs Australian Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1991 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Irish Setter and Australian Shepherd. Which is more widely recognized?	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Australian Shepherd Club Of America

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