Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Golden Collie or Australischer Kelpie? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie" Compare Irish Setter and Gollie. Which is better: Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Irish Setter	Gollie	Australian Kelpie
Origins	Ireland	United States	Australia
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Gun Dog	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	72	583	523
Reviews	4	1	3
User Ratings

Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Golden Collie	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Gollie or Gollie? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	50-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	62.5 pounds (29.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	22-26 inches (55-65 cm)	17-20 inches (43-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	24 inches (60 cm)	18.5 inches (47 cm)

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$300-$700	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Average: The Gollie is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie intelligence:	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Gollie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie trainability comparison.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Gollie dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are very 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 Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Gollie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? 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.	Gollie dogs are average defenders. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Active Energetic Friendly Affectionate Athletic Clever	Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Loyal Robust Eager
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Gollie dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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 Gollie vs Australian Kelpie?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Gollie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Australian Kelpie dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Gollie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Gollie is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Australian Kelpie is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Gollie dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Australian Kelpie 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 Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Gollie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Gollie rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie 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 Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gollie breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Australian Kelpie breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie 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: Gollie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Australian Kelpie 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 Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Gollie 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Gollie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Australian Kelpie bite force: Ordinary.
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.	Low 🔽 The Gollie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Australian Kelpie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie mouthiness comparison:	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Gollie dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Gollie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Australian Kelpies tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Cataracts Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Osteoarthritis Cerebellar Abiotrophy Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Gollie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Australian Kelpie should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Gollie and Australian Kelpie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Gollie: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Australian Kelpie: 12 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	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.	1 to 2 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 Gollie vs Australian Kelpie weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Gollie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Australian Kelpie has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Straight Long	Double
Colors What are the original Irish Setter, Gollie and Australian Kelpie color?	Red Mahogany	Black White Brown Gold	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Gollie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Australian Kelpie requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? Irish Setter or Gollie or {name3 shedding:	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Gollie dogs shed above average. See more.	Australian Kelpie dogs shed moderately. 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 Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Gollie vs Australian Kelpie 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 Gollie vs Australian Kelpie?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Gollie has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Australian Kelpie 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. See more.	The Gollie is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Australian Kelpie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie 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.	Gollie dogs are generally with other pets.	Australian Kelpie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Gollie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie 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 Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Gollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Gollie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Gollie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie?	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Gollie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Australian Kelpie 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.	Yes Gollie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Australian Kelpie 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.	Gollies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Australian Kelpies are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Setter or Gollie or Australian Kelpie? 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.	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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Gollie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Australian Kelpie 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie 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 Gollie and Australian Kelpie have?	7-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-7 puppies
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie

Reviews