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Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Drahthaar or German Wirehaired Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Setter German Wirehaired Pointer German Wirehaired Lab
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
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Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Large Medium Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 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 (59 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $500-$600 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Lab is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab intelligence:
Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The German Wirehaired Lab dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab trainability comparison.
Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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German Wirehaired Lab dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Lab dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? 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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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Wirehaired Lab dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Willful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: German Wirehaired Lab dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab?
High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Wirehaired Lab dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab social needs comparison:
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Wirehaired Lab dogs are a social breed.
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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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German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Lab is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Wirehaired Lab dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab playfulness comparison:
The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Lab is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab?
Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Lab barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the German Wirehaired Lab breed in the home.

Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab 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 Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Wirehaired Lab 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 German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
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.
German Wirehaired Lab 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 Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Lab bite force: Ordinary.
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 German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab?
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The German Wirehaired Lab 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 German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Eye Diseases
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Skin Diseases
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.
Frequent
The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The German Wirehaired Lab should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, German Wirehaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Lab 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 German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Lab: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab?
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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab energy level comparison:
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab coat comparison:
Fine Wiry Wiry
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Colors
What are the original Irish Setter, German Wirehaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Lab color?
Red
Mahogany
White
Liver
Black
White
Yellow
Liver
Chocolate
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The German Wirehaired Lab doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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German Wirehaired Lab dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab 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 German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Wirehaired Lab 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 German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Wirehaired Lab is an average drooler.
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Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab 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 Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Lab dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab?
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Wirehaired Lab 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 Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Wirehaired Lab 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 Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.
German Wirehaired Labs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab 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 German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Lab? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

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 Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab?

Yes

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

German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

German Wirehaired Lab breed usually likes 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 German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab Reproducibility Comparison

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

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Irish Setter and German Wirehaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Lab have?
7-10 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

Irish Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Lab 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 1959 as a Sporting 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. 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
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
American Pet Registry, Inc.
The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America
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