Irish Red And White Setter vs Irish Wolfhound

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

Irish Red And White Setter vs Irish Wolfhound
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
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General Details
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-8 Years
Height
22½-26 Inches
32-35 Inches
Weight
50-70 Pounds
90-180 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Origin Country
Ireland
Unspecified
Origin Year
1900 AD
-700 BC
Temperament
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
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 Wolfhound
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 Wolfhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Medium to High
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
6-8 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Shaggy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Red And White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Breed Colors
Red and White
Red and White
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brindle
Brindle
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red
Red and Brindle
Red and Brindle
Silver
Silver
Wheaten
Wheaten
White
White
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