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Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Japanese Shiba Inu or Merry Cocker Woker or Irish Red Setter? Find the right dog for you

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Name Shiba Inu English Cocker Spaniel Irish Setter
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Japanese Shiba Inu
Japanese Small-Size Dog
Shiba
Shiba Ken
Brushwood Dog
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter weight comparison:
Male: 18-25 pounds (8-11 kg), Female: 15-20 pounds (6.8-9 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 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: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg), Female: 17.5 pounds (6.8.5 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 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: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $900-$1200 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Very frequent: The Shiba Inu is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Shiba Inu dogs are good watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Shiba Inu dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Confident
Going
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
Average to High: Shiba Inu dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Shiba Inu is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:
Average: Shiba Inus, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu rarely barks.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Very house-friendly dog the Shiba Inu breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Shiba Inu dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
English Cocker Spaniel 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: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Cocker 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.
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Shiba Inu bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Shiba Inu has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
The Shiba Inu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Allergies
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Glaucoma
Spinning
Chylothorax
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
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?
Average
The Shiba Inu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Shiba Inu, English Cocker Spaniel and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Shiba Inu: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Shiba Inu can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:
Shiba Inu dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Shiba Inu dogs have an average exercise need.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Shiba Inu dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Shiba Inu has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter coat comparison:
Dense Feathered Fine
Colors
What are the original Shiba Inu, English Cocker Spaniel and Irish Setter color?
Black
Tan
Red
Cream
Sesame
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Red
Mahogany
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Shiba Inu doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Shiba Inu dogs shed above average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?

Medium

The Shiba Inu has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high 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 Shiba Inu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Shiba Inu dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Shiba Inu dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter?
Shiba Inu dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?
No
Shiba Inu dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going 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
Shiba Inu is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Cocker Spaniel 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?
Shiba Inus are commonly okay with elderly people.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Shiba Inu or English Cocker Spaniel or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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: Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter?

Not really

Shiba Inu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

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

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Shiba Inu and English Cocker Spaniel and Irish Setter have?
2-4 puppies 6-8 puppies 7-10 puppies

Shiba Inu vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1992 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting 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 Spitz and primitive types group, in the Asian Spitz and related breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. 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?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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