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Name	Irish Setter	Belgian Sheepdog	Shikoku dog
Origins	Ireland	Belgium	Japan
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs
Popularity Rank	72	120	210
Reviews	4	4	0
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Chien De Berger Belge Groenendael	Japanese Wolfdog Kochi-ken Mikawa Inu Shikoku dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Large	Large	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Belgian Sheepdog? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 35-50 pounds (16-23 kg), Female: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 42.5 pounds (19.5 kg), Female: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$1400	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Belgian Sheepdog is easier than average to get.	Average: The Shikoku dog is a commonly available dog breed.

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Intelligent Confident Friendly Hard Working Watchful	Agile Energetic Intelligent Loyal Brave Cautious
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: Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Belgian Sheepdog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shikoku dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Shikoku 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Shikoku dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Belgian Sheepdog is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Shikoku dog rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Belgian Sheepdog breed in the home.	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 Shikoku dog indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Shikoku dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Belgian Sheepdog 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.	Shikoku 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 vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Belgian Sheepdog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Shikoku dog 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 Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Sheepdog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Shikoku dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog mouthiness comparison:	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Shikoku dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Shikoku dogs tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Hip Dysplasia Epilepsy Hyperthyroidism	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Sheepdog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Shikoku dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Belgian Sheepdog and Shikoku dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Sheepdog: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Shikoku dog: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog?	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 Belgian Sheepdog 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.

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	1.5 to 2.5 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? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Sheepdog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Shikoku dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog coat comparison:	Fine	Soft Thick	Soft
Colors What are the original Irish Setter, Belgian Sheepdog and Shikoku dog color?	Red Mahogany	Black Cream Fawn Brindle	Black Cream Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Sheepdog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Shikoku dog doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or {name3 shedding:	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs shed moderately. See more.	Shikoku dog 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: Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Sheepdog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Shikoku dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Sheepdog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shikoku 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. See more.

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Shikoku dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shikoku dog 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 Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Shikoku dog 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 Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Sheepdog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Shikoku dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog?	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Sheepdog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shikoku dog 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 Belgian Sheepdog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Shikoku dog 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.	Belgian Sheepdogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Shikoku dogs are commonly okay with elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku 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. See more.	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: Irish Setter or Belgian Sheepdog or Shikoku dog? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Sheepdog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shikoku dog breed usually doesn't like 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.

Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku 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. 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 Irish Setter and Belgian Sheepdog and Shikoku dog have?	7-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Irish Setter vs Belgian Sheepdog vs Shikoku dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1911 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available

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