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Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Chuksha or Lab? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever breeds.
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Chuksha
Husky
Icee
Sibe
Chukcha
Lab
Labrador
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever? Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $700-$1200 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever?
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which is easiest to train?
Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most alert?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most protective?
Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Gentle
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
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: Labrador Retriever 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 Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever?
High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Siberian Husky 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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Labrador Retriever 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 Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?
Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally.
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Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most playful?
The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Siberian Husky is a playful breed.
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The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?
Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever?
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.
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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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Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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 cold weather
The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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.
The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Labrador Retriever 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.
Average
The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Labrador Retriever 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 Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Corneal Dystrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most active?
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever?
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. What colors are available?
Red
Mahogany
Black
Gray
Red
White
Sable
Agouti
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which drools least?
The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Siberian Husky is an average drooler.
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The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Fine Fluffy Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever? Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or {name3 shedding:
Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Siberian Husky dogs shed above average.
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Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best with kids?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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.
Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Siberian Husky or Labrador Retriever?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever?
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Labrador Retriever 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
Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Labrador Retriever 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.
Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?

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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

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

Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most military use?

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 Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most puppies?
7-10 puppies 4-8 puppies 5-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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 Siberian Husky vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Irish Setter, Siberian Husky, and Labrador Retriever. 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
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
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

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