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Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Welshie or Foxie or Laverack? Find the right dog for you

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Name Welsh Terrier Wire Fox Terrier English Setter
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter breeds.
Welshie Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg) Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg) Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or English Setter? Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1200 $800-$1200 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or English Setter?
Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which is easiest to train?
Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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English Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed is most alert?
Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed is most protective?
Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter? Compare temperaments.
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Spirited
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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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: Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter?
Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter social needs comparison:
Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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English 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?
Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed is most vocal?
A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed is most playful?
The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The English Setter is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier 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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed is most flexible?
Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or English Setter?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which uses mouth most during play?
Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.

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Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which has fewer health issues?
Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter health problems comparison:
Skin Irritation Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
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Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which needs most food?
0.5 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. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Grizzle
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which drools least?
The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wire Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wiry
Soft
Waterproof
Wiry Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or English Setter? Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which is best with kids?
Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or English Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or English Setter?
Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier or English Setter?
Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter?
Yes
Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wire Fox Terrier 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. 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 Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. 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 Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. 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 Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. 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 Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Wire Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. 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 Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. 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.

Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. 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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Welsh Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier vs English Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier, and English Setter. Which has most recognition?
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.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers
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