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Name	Irish Setter	German Shepherd	Newfoundland
Origins	Ireland	Germany	Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	72	2	36
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Blackbear Newfie The Gentle Giant Newf
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Large	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or German Shepherd? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 130-150 pounds (59-68 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 140 pounds (63.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (49.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 27-29 inches (69-74 cm), Female: 25-27 inches (63-69 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 (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71.5 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$2000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Newfoundland is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland intelligence:	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Newfoundland dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland trainability comparison.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are 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 German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? 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.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Courageous Intelligent Loyal Gentle Social Sweet Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 German Shepherd vs Newfoundland?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Newfoundland dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Newfoundland 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.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Newfoundland 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.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Newfoundlands, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	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 German Shepherd indoors.	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 Newfoundland indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland 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.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Newfoundland dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Epilepsy Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Addison's Disease Cystinuria Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
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.	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Newfoundland should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, German Shepherd and Newfoundland breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Newfoundland: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Newfoundland can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland energy level comparison:	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd vs Newfoundland exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Newfoundland dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 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 German Shepherd vs Newfoundland weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Newfoundland's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland coat comparison:	Fine	Fuzzy	Fluffy Waterproof Thick
Colors What are the original Irish Setter, German Shepherd and Newfoundland color?	Red Mahogany	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Gray White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Irish Setter or German Shepherd or {name3 shedding:	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Newfoundland dogs are heavy shedders. 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 German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd vs Newfoundland?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Newfoundland has a high 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 German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Newfoundland is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland 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.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Newfoundland dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Newfoundland dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Newfoundland dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland?	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Newfoundland 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.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Newfoundlands are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Setter or German Shepherd or Newfoundland? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Newfoundland breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland 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 German Shepherd and Newfoundland have?	7-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-12 puppies
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Irish Setter vs German Shepherd vs Newfoundland 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 1908 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 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 Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	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

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