Irish Red And White Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel

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

Irish Red And White Setter vs Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
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General Details
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22½-26 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
50-70 Pounds
45-65 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Origin Country
Ireland
Ireland
Origin Year
1900 AD
1000 AD
Temperament
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
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
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
None to Low
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Eye diseases
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Curly
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Water Spaniel
Breed Colors
Red and White
Red and White
Brown
Brown
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