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Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Comparison - Dog breed selector: Italian Coarsehaired Pointer or IRWS or Porcelaine Dog? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine" Compare Spinone Italiano and Irish Red and White Setter. Which is better: Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine?
 
 
 
Name Spinone Italiano Irish Red and White Setter Porcelaine
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine breeds.
Italian Coarsehaired Pointer
Italian Griffon
Italian Wire-Haired Pointer
Spinone
Italian Spinone
IRWS
Irish RW Setter
Porcelaine Dog
Chien de Franche-Comté
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Large Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg) 50-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg) 62.5 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine? Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine height comparison:
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (62-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) Male: 22 - 24 inches (50 – 60 cm), Female: 20 - 22 inches (50 - 55 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm) Male: 25 inches (64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1500-$2000 $800-$1000 Unknown
Availability
Which is easier to get, Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine?
Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Irish Red and White Setter is easier than average to get.
Average: The Porcelaine is a commonly available dog breed.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed ranks highest?
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is easiest to train?
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Porcelaine dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed is most alert?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Porcelaine dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed is most protective?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Porcelaine dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine? Compare temperaments.
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Playful
Energetic
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Active
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Sweet
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Spinone Italiano 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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Porcelaine dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine?
Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Irish Red and White Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Porcelaine dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine social needs comparison:
Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Porcelaine dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Irish Red and White Setter is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Porcelaine is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Spinone Italiano 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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Irish Red and White Setter 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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Porcelaine dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks.
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Average: The Irish Red and White Setter barks occasionally.
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Average: The Porcelaine barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed is most playful?
Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Irish Red and White Setter is a playful breed.
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Average: Porcelaines, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 Spinone Italiano indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Red and White Setter breed in the home.
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 Porcelaine indoors.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Porcelaine dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine?
Spinone Italiano 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 Red and White 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.
Porcelaine 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.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Red and White Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Porcelaine has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which uses mouth most during play?
Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Porcelaine dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Red and White Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Porcelaine bite force: Ordinary.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Irish Red and White Setter: 12 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Porcelaine: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Red and White Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has fewer health issues?
The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Irish Red and White Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Very healthy dog breed.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Irish Red and White Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Porcelaine should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine health problems comparison:
Bloat
Cerebellar Ataxia
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Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which breed is most active?
Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Porcelaine dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Spinone Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Porcelaine dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine?
Spinone Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Porcelaine dogs don't need too much sleep.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Irish Red and White Setter has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Porcelaine has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 2.5 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.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. What colors are available?
White
Brown
Orange
Roan
Red
White
White
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Irish Red and White Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Porcelaine requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which drools least?
The Spinone Italiano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Irish Red and White Setter is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Porcelaine drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Red and White Setter has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Porcelaine has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry Silky Silky
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which requires most frequent baths?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine? Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or {name3 shedding:
Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Porcelaine dogs are low shedders.
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Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is best with kids?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Porcelaine dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Porcelaine dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine? Which dog is more friendly?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Porcelaine dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine?
Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Porcelaine dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Spinone Italiano or Irish Red and White Setter or Porcelaine?
Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Porcelaine dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine?
Yes
Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Porcelaine dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Spinone Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Red and White Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Porcelaine is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Irish Red and White Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Porcelaines are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

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

Porcelaine breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has most military use?

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.

Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 6-12 puppies 3-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. What's recommended?

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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Spinone Italiano vs Irish Red and White Setter vs Porcelaine Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. How are they classified internationally?
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 Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Spinone Italiano, Irish Red and White Setter, and Porcelaine. Which has most recognition?
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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