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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Riesenschnauzer or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Setter Giant Schnauzer Golden Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Riesenschnauzer Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
Large Giant Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Giant Schnauzer? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
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) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 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) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever intelligence:
Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.
Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
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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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?
High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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.
Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
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.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?
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.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
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 Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Giant Schnauzer and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?
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 Giant Schnauzer 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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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
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 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:
Fine Wiry Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Colors
What are the original Irish Setter, Giant Schnauzer and Golden Retriever color?
Red
Mahogany
Black
Pepper
Salt
Golden
Light
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
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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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?
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.
Yes
Golden Retriever 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.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds 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.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer or Golden Retriever? 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever?

Yes

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

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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 Giant Schnauzer and Golden Retriever have?
7-10 puppies 5-8 puppies 5-10 puppies

Irish Setter vs Giant Schnauzer vs Golden Retriever 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. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting 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. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
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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