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Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Hungarian Agar or Hungarian Pointer? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla breeds.
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Hungarian Agar
Hungarian Gazehound
Hungarian Sighthound
Magyar Agar
Hungarian Greyhound
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 58 pounds (26 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla? Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 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: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $400-$800 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Average: The Hungarian Greyhound is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Hungarian Greyhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is easiest to train?
Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most alert?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are good watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most protective?
Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Energetic
Intelligent
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Tireless
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
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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Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla?
High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Hungarian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla social needs comparison:
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Vizsla 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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Hungarian Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Hungarian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Low: The Hungarian Greyhound barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most playful?
The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Hungarian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Hungarian Greyhound breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most flexible?
Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs handle alone time quite well.
Vizsla 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 Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Hungarian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which uses mouth most during play?
Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Hungarian Greyhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Hungarian Greyhound: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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.
Very healthy dog breed.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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.
Rare
The Hungarian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which breed is most active?
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Hungarian Greyhound's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. What colors are available?
Red
Mahogany
Cream
White
Brindle
Spotted
Speckled
Merle
White & Brown
Black & White
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The Hungarian Greyhound requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which drools least?
The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Hungarian Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Hungarian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Dense
Rough
Thick
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla? Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:
Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Hungarian Greyhound dogs are low shedders.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best with kids?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Hungarian Greyhound or Vizsla?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla?
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Hungarian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Vizsla 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
Hungarian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Vizsla 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.
Hungarian Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Hungarian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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 Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Which has most puppies?
7-10 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. What's recommended?

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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Irish Setter vs Hungarian Greyhound vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Irish Setter, Hungarian Greyhound, and Vizsla. 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
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
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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