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Name	Irish Setter	Gollie	Australian Kelpie
Origins	Ireland	United States	Australia
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Group	Gun Dog	Designer Dogs	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie breeds.	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Golden Collie	Australischer Kelpie Barb Kelpie Australian Sheepdog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie? Compare adult weight ranges.	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 Range Compare puppy costs for Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Find price differences between these breeds.	$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

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed ranks highest?	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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is easiest to train?	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.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most alert?	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.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most protective?	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.
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Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie? Compare temperaments.	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

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most vocal?	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.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most playful?	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.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most flexible?	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.
Alone Time Tolerance 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 Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has lowest bite risk?	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.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which uses mouth most during play?	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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has the strongest bite?	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

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed lives longest?	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
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which handles climate changes best?	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has fewer health issues?	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.
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Vet Care Frequency 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.
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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

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which breed is most active?	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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is most prone to obesity?	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.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which needs most food?	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

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. What colors are available?	Red Mahogany	Black White Brown Gold	Black Tan Red Blue Brown Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which requires most maintenance?	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
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which drools 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has least natural smell?	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.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fine	Dense Straight Long	Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
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

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best with kids?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Gollie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Australian Kelpie dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility 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
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 Capability Compare service dog potential between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best suited for service work?	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.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best suited for water work?	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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has most military use?	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

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has most puppies?	7-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. What's recommended?	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.

Irish Setter vs Gollie vs Australian Kelpie Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. How are they classified?	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 Classification Compare FCI groups for Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. How are they classified internationally?	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Irish Setter, Gollie, and Australian Kelpie. Which has most recognition?	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

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