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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Gordon Castle Setters or Argentine Fighting Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Setter Gordon Setter Cordoba Fighting Dog
OriginsIreland flagIreland Scotland flagScotland Argentina flagArgentina
Group Gun Dog Gun Dog Extinct
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Gordon Castle Setters Argentine Fighting Dog
Cordoban Fighting Dog
Cordobese dog
Perro de Pelea Cordobés
Perro de Presa de Cordoba
Fighting Dog of Cordoba
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Cross Breed

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Gordon Setter? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 55-90 pounds (25-41 kg), Female: 45-85 pounds (20-39 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 72.5 pounds (33 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 Unavailable
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.
Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog intelligence:
Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Gordon 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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Trainability
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog trainability comparison.
Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Gordon Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? 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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Gordon Setter dogs are average defenders.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Loyal
Fearless
Eager
Strong
Aggressive
Fierce
Fighter
Vigorous
Relentless
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog?
High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Gordon Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average: Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog social needs comparison:
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Gordon Setter dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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 Gordon Setter is strong enough to escape from home.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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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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Gordon Setter dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog playfulness comparison:
The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Gordon Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Cordoba Fighting Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally.
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Average: The Cordoba Fighting Dog barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Cordoba Fighting Dog breed.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog 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.
Gordon Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Gordon Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

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

Health Issues
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog?
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Gordon Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
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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 Gordon Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Cordoba Fighting Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Gordon Setter and Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Cordoba Fighting Dog: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog?
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 Gordon Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog energy level comparison:
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Gordon Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Gordon Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2.5 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 Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Gordon Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Cordoba Fighting Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog coat comparison:
Fine Soft
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Dense
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Irish Setter, Gordon Setter and Cordoba Fighting Dog color?
Red
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The Gordon Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Cordoba Fighting Dog requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or {name3 shedding:
Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Gordon Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
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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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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter is an average drooler.
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The Cordoba Fighting Dog is an average drooler.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog 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.
Gordon Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Cordoba Fighting Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog?
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Gordon Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cordoba Fighting Dog 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
Gordon Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cordoba Fighting Dog 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.
Gordon Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cordoba Fighting Dogs are not recommended for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Cordoba Fighting Dog? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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 Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog?

Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

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

Cordoba Fighting Dog breed usually doesn't like 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 Gordon Setter and Cordoba Fighting Dog have?
7-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 2-8 puppies

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Cordoba Fighting Dog 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 1878 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 British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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
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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