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Name	Picardy Spaniel	English Setter	German Wirehaired Pointer
Origins	France	England	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Épagneul Picard	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or English Setter? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight comparison:	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer height comparison:	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$400-$600	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer trainability comparison.	Picardy Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Energetic Affectionate Devoted Trainable Companionable	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Picardy Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	High: Picardy Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer social needs comparison:	Picardy Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Picardy Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer 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

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer playfulness comparison:	Average: Picardy Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Average: The Picardy Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	It is not recommended to keep the Picardy Spaniel breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Picardy Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Picardy Spaniel 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.	English Setter 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.

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Picardy Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Picardy Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	The Picardy Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer health problems comparison:	Ear Infections	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Picardy Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Picardy Spaniel, English Setter and German Wirehaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Picardy Spaniel: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter 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.

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 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? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Picardy Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered	Wiry
Colors What are the original Picardy Spaniel, English Setter and German Wirehaired Pointer color?	Gray Brown	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	White Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer grooming comparison:	Average: The Picardy Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or {name3 shedding:	Picardy Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer 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: Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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, Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The Picardy Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Picardy Spaniel is an average drooler. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are 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 Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Yes Picardy Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Picardy Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Picardy Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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: Picardy Spaniel or English Setter or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?	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.	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: Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Not really Picardy Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer 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.

Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Picardy Spaniel and English Setter and German Wirehaired Pointer have?	3-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Picardy Spaniel vs English Setter vs German Wirehaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Unknown	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc. The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America

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