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Name	Irish Setter	Great Dane	Bullmastiff
Origins	Ireland	Germany	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Apollo of Dogs Deutsche Dogge Gentle Giant German Mastiff Dane	Bullie Bully
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Large	Giant	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Great Dane? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff intelligence:	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff trainability comparison.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite 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 Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? 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.	Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Loving Intelligent Confident Friendly Devoted Gentle Reserved	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Great Dane dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Great Dane vs Bullmastiff?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Great Dane dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bullmastiff 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.	Great Dane dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Great Dane 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. See more.	Bullmastiff 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. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. 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 Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bullmastiff indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff 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: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Bullmastiff 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 Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Great Dane 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 Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Hip Dysplasia Patent Ductus Arteriosis Cancer Bloat Mitral Valve Disease Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis Dilated Cardiomyopathy Persistent Right Aortic Arch Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Great Dane and Bullmastiff breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	7-11 years The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff energy level comparison:	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Great Dane dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Great Dane dogs exercise need is minimal.	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Great Dane dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals	3 to 4.5 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 Great Dane vs Bullmastiff weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff coat comparison:	Fine	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original Irish Setter, Great Dane and Bullmastiff color?	Red Mahogany	Black Blue White Fawn Brindle Merle	Red Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Irish Setter or Great Dane or {name3 shedding:	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Great Dane dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bullmastiff 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 Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff 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 Great Dane vs Bullmastiff?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high 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 Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff 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.	Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff?	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Bullmastiff 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 Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bullmastiff 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.	Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Setter or Great Dane or Bullmastiff? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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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 Great Dane vs Bullmastiff?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bullmastiff 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff 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 Great Dane and Bullmastiff have?	7-10 puppies	10-15 puppies	4-13 puppies, average 8
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Irish Setter vs Great Dane vs Bullmastiff 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 1887 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type 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 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

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