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Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Merry Cocker Woker or Deutsche Spitze? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Setter English Cocker Spaniel Pomeranian
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Deutsche Spitze
Pom Pom
Spitz Enano
Spitz Nain
Zwergspitz
Zwers
Pom
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Large Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) 3-7 pounds (1-3 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) 5 pounds (2 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 7-12 inches (18-30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 9.5 inches (24 cm)

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $900-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Pomeranian is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian intelligence:
Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Pomeranian is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian trainability comparison.
Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Pomeranian dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Pomeranian dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? 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.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Pomeranian dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted
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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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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 Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian?
High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Pomeranian dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian social needs comparison:
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Pomeranian dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Pomeranian dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Pomeranian dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian playfulness comparison:
The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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Average: Pomeranians, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian?
Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Pomeranian is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pomeranian breed.

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian 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.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Pomeranian dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Pomeranian dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pomeranian bite force: Weak.
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 English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pomeranian has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian mouthiness comparison:
Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Pomeranian dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian?
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Pomeranian is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Seizures
Dry Eye
Heatstroke
Heat Intolerance
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 English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Pomeranian should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, English Cocker Spaniel and Pomeranian 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 English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Pomeranian: 14 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel 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 Pomeranian can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup 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 Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pomeranian's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian coat comparison:
Fine Feathered Fluffy
Colors
What are the original Irish Setter, English Cocker Spaniel and Pomeranian color?
Red
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Orange
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Pomeranian requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Pomeranian dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Hypoallergenic
Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian 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 Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Pomeranian 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.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pomeranian is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian 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.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Pomeranian dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Pomeranian dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pomeranian dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Pomeranian dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Pomeranian dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian?
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pomeranian 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
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pomeranian 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.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Pomeranians are not the best breed for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian 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 Setter or English Cocker Spaniel or Pomeranian? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

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

This breed makes a perfect 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 Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian?

Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Pomeranian 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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Not really

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 Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

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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 Setter and English Cocker Spaniel and Pomeranian have?
7-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 2-5 puppies

Irish Setter vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Pomeranian 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 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
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
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.
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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