Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Comparison – Which dog is better Irish Red Setter or Riesenschnauzer?

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Name	Irish Setter	Giant Schnauzer
Origins	Ireland	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	72	80
Reviews	4	4
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Riesenschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Is the Irish Setter bigger than the Giant Schnauzer breed? Is an Irish Setter smaller than a Giant Schnauzer?	Large	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Is an Irish Setter taller than a Giant Schnauzer?	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Irish Setter and Giant Schnauzer?	$800-$1000	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer smarter? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer intelligence:	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer trainability comparison. What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer?	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? 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.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	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 Giant Schnauzer?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer? Which can be better for hunting?	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. 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 Giant Schnauzer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer 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.	Average: Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer?	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.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Irish Setter more dangerous than a Giant Schnauzer?	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter and Giant Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Irish Setter and Giant Schnauzer?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	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 Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer energy level comparison:	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer?	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Does the Irish Setter breed eat more than the Giant Schnauzer breed?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 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 Giant Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer coat comparison:	Fine	Wiry
Colors What are the original Irish Setter and Giant Schnauzer color? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer color comparison:	Red Mahogany	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Do Irish Setter dogs shed more than Giant Schnauzer dogs?	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Giant Schnauzer?	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.
Hypoallergenic Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer 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.	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most 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 Giant Schnauzer?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? Can an Irish Setter and a Giant Schnauzer be friends? Do Irish Setter dogs get along with Giant Schnauzer dogs?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Giant Schnauzer 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 Giant Schnauzer 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.	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer? 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.
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Giant Schnauzer 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.
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.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can Irish Setter and Giant Schnauzer have? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer litter size comparison:	7-10 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer 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 1930 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer 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

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