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Name	Irish Setter	Tibetan Terrier	German Spitz
Origins	Ireland	Tibet	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Dokhi Apso Tsang Apso	Deutscher Spitz
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Large	Medium	Small Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 24-33 pounds (11-15 kg), Female: 18-27 pounds (8-12 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg)	Male: 28.5 pounds (13 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	14-17 inches (36-43 cm)	Male: 19-23 inches (48-58 cm), Female: 15-19 inches (38-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 21 inches (53 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1200-$2000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The German Spitz is a commonly available dog breed.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz intelligence:	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: German Spitz is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz trainability comparison.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Spitz dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? 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.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Spitz dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Energetic Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Reserved Amiable	Independent Devoted Lively Attentive Trainable
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.	Sensitive: German Spitz dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: German Spitz dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Spitz 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.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	German Spitz 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.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The German Spitz is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier 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 German Spitz indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz 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.	Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Tibetan 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 German Spitz bite force: Weak.
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 Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spitz has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz mouthiness comparison:	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spitz dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Spitzs are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hyperthyroidism Distichiasis Lens Luxation	Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Tibetan Terrier and German Spitz breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spitz: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz?	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 Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz energy level comparison:	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Spitz dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Spitz dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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 Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Spitz has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz coat comparison:	Fine	Thick Smooth	Dense Straight
Colors What are the original Irish Setter, Tibetan Terrier and German Spitz color?	Red Mahogany	Black Gray White Silver	Black White Orange Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Advanced: The German Spitz requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Spitz dogs shed above average. 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 Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spitz has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spitz is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz 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.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	German Spitz dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	German Spitz dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Spitz dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz?	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Spitz 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.	Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	German Spitzs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier or German Spitz? 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.
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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 Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spitz 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz 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 Tibetan Terrier and German Spitz have?	7-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs German Spitz 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 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz 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	Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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