Irish Red And White Setter vs Labrador Retriever

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

Irish Red And White Setter vs Labrador Retriever
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
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General Details
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22½-26 Inches
21-24 Inches
Weight
50-70 Pounds
55-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Origin Country
Ireland
Canada
Origin Year
1900 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
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
Labrador Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-90 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
None
None
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Tricuspid valve dysplasia
Myopathy
Acute moist dermatitis
Cold tail
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Irish Red And White Setter
Labrador Retriever
Breed Colors
Red and White
Red and White
Black
Black
Chocolate
Chocolate
Yellow
Yellow
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