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Name	Irish Setter	Vizsla	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Ireland	Hungary	England Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Vizsla? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 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: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 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: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1200	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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 Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? 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.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	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. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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 Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever?	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever playfulness comparison:	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever?	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. 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 Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Vizsla 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or Vizsla 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.	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.	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 Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever?	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Vizsla 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
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 Vizsla 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Vizsla and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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 Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	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.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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 Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Fine	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original Irish Setter, Vizsla and Labrador Retriever color?	Red Mahogany	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Irish Setter or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	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.	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 Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever?	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever?	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other 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 Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Irish Setter 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.	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 Vizsla 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.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Setter or Vizsla or Labrador Retriever? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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 Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever 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 Vizsla and Labrador Retriever have?	7-10 puppies	6-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Irish Setter vs Vizsla vs Labrador Retriever 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 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	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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