Afghan Hound vs Irish Red And White Setter

Compare the Afghan Hound to the Irish Red And White Setter. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Afghan Hounds and Irish Red And White Setters.

Afghan Hound vs Irish Red And White Setter
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
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General Details
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
22½-26 Inches
Weight
45-60 Pounds
50-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Origin Country
Afghanistan
Ireland
Origin Year
-200 BC
1900 AD
Temperament
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
40 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
None
Herding
Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Afghan Hound
Irish Red And White Setter
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Blue and Cream
Blue and Cream
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
Red and White
Red and White
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