Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Red And White Setter

Compare the Australian Cattle Dog to the Irish Red And White Setter. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Australian Cattle Dogs and Irish Red And White Setters.

Australian Cattle Dog vs Irish Red And White Setter
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
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General Details
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
22½-26 Inches
Weight
30-50 Pounds
50-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Origin Country
Australia
Ireland
Origin Year
1840 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-95 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Deafness
Lens luxation
Work-related injuries
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Australian Cattle Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Blue Mottled
Blue Mottled
Blue Speckled
Blue Speckled
Red Mottled
Red Mottled
Red Speckled
Red Speckled
Red and White
Red and White
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