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Name	Portuguese Pointer	Bergamasco	Irish Setter
Origins	Portugal	Italy	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Portuguese Pointing Dog Perdigueiro Portugues	Bergermaschi Cane da pastore Bergamasco Bergamasco Shepherd Dog	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Bergamasco? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter weight comparison:	Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg)	Male: 70-84 pounds (32-38 kg), Female: 57-71 pounds (26-32 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 61 pounds (29 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–56 cm)	22-24 inches (54-62 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–56 cm)	23 inches (58 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1000-$1300	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Average: The Portuguese Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Bergamasco is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.	Portuguese Pointer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	Irish Setter 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: Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Portuguese Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Portuguese Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bergamasco dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Lively Calm Submissive	Patient Quiet Determined Vigilant	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Portuguese Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are less 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: Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter?	High: Portuguese Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Bergamasco dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Portuguese Pointer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Bergamasco dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Portuguese Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bergamasco dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Irish Setter 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?	Portuguese Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Bergamasco dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:	Portuguese Pointers are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Bergamascos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter?	Low to Average: The Portuguese Pointer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Bergamasco rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Pointer 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 Bergamasco indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Portuguese Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bergamasco dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Portuguese Pointer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Bergamasco dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter?	Portuguese Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Bergamascos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Irish Setter 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: Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	No data available	Bloat Skin Allergies Joint Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Portuguese Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Bergamasco should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Portuguese Pointer, Bergamasco and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Portuguese Pointer: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bergamasco: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bergamasco can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	2 to 3 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? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Portuguese Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bergamasco has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter coat comparison:	Rough	Fine Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Portuguese Pointer, Bergamasco and Irish Setter color?	White Brown Yellow Light	Grey	Red Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Portuguese Pointer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Bergamasco doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or {name3 shedding:	Portuguese Pointer dogs are low shedders. See more.	Bergamasco dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Setter 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: Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter?	Medium ⏺ The Portuguese Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bergamasco has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Portuguese Pointer is an average drooler. See more.	The Bergamasco is an average drooler. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Portuguese Pointer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Bergamasco dogs are generally with other pets.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Bergamasco dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter 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 Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Bergamasco dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Portuguese Pointer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter?	Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Bergamasco dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter?	No Portuguese Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Bergamasco dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Portuguese Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Bergamasco is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Portuguese Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Bergamascos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter 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: Portuguese Pointer or Bergamasco or Irish Setter? 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.	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.	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: Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter?	Not really Portuguese Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bergamasco breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter 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.

Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter 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 Portuguese Pointer and Bergamasco and Irish Setter have?	5-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Portuguese Pointer vs Bergamasco vs Irish Setter 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 2015 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. 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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