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Name	Irish Setter	Irish Water Spaniel	Kerry Blue Terrier
Origins	Ireland	Ireland	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Bog Dog Rat Tail Spaniel Shannon Spaniel Whiptail	Irish Blue Terrier Kerry
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Irish Water Spaniel? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	45-65 pounds (20-30 kg)	33-40 pounds (15-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	36.5 pounds (16.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	20-23 inches (51-58 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	21.5 inches (54.5 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (46 cm)

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Irish Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Kerry Blue Terrier is easier than average to get.

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier intelligence:	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Irish Water Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier trainability comparison.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are 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 Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? 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.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Active Clownish Alert Intelligent Quick Inquisitive	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Gentle Strong Willed Spirited
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Irish Water Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are a social breed. 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.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Water Spaniel is a playful breed. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a vocal breed. 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 Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Water Spaniel breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Kerry Blue Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	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.	Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Irish Water Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	No data available	No data available
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 Irish Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kerry Blue Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Irish Water Spaniel and Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kerry Blue Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	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 cold weather conditions The Irish Water Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Kerry Blue Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	3 to 4 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.	1 to 2 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 Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Kerry Blue Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier coat comparison:	Fine	Dense Curly Tight	Curly
Colors What are the original Irish Setter, Irish Water Spaniel and Kerry Blue Terrier color?	Red Mahogany	Brown	Black Gray Blue Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Water Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Kerry Blue Terrier has a low 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 Irish Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kerry Blue Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Irish Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Kerry Blue Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel or Kerry Blue Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kerry Blue Terrier 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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier 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 Irish Water Spaniel and Kerry Blue Terrier have?	7-10 puppies	4-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Irish Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel vs Kerry Blue Terrier 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 1922 as a Terrier 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers 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	No data available	No data available

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