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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Gordon Castle Setters or IRWS? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Setter Gordon Setter Irish Red and White Setter
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Gordon Castle Setters IRWS
Irish RW Setter
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Large Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Gordon Setter? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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) 50-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 62.5 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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: 24-26 inches (62-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 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: 25 inches (64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Gordon Setter is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Irish Red and White Setter is easier than average to get.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Gordon Setter dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? 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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Irish Red and White Setter dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Loyal
Fearless
Eager
Playful
Energetic
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
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 Irish Red and White Setter?
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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High: Irish Red and White Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are a social breed.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Irish Red and White Setter is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Irish Red and White Setter 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 Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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 Irish Red and White Setter is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter?
Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Gordon Setter barks occasionally.
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Average: The Irish Red and White Setter barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Gordon Setter breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Red and White Setter breed in the home.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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.
Irish Red and White Setter 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 Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Irish Red and White Setter 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.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?

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

Irish Red and White Setter 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.

Low 🔽

The Irish Red and White Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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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Irish Red and White Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter?
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 Irish Red and White Setter 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 Irish Red and White Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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 Irish Red and White Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Gordon Setter and Irish Red and White Setter 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
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Irish Red and White Setter: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter?
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 average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Red and White Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
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 Irish Red and White Setter 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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Low to Average: The Irish Red and White Setter has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter coat comparison:
Fine Soft
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Silky
Colors
What are the original Irish Setter, Gordon Setter and Irish Red and White Setter color?
Red
Mahogany
Black
Tan
Red
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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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Average: The Irish Red and White Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? 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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Irish Red and White Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
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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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 Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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 Irish Red and White Setter?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Gordon Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Red and White Setter 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 Irish Red and White Setter is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Gordon Setter or Irish Red and White Setter?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Gordon Setter dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter?
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
Irish Red and White Setter 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
Irish Red and White Setter 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.
Irish Red and White Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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 Irish Red and White Setter? 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 Irish Red and White Setter?

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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Yes

Irish Red and White Setter 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 Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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 Irish Red and White Setter have?
7-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-12 puppies

Irish Setter vs Gordon Setter vs Irish Red and White Setter 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. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 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 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.
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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