Irish Red And White Setter vs Spanish Water Dog

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

Irish Red And White Setter vs Spanish Water Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
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General Details
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Height
22½-26 Inches
16-20 Inches
Weight
50-70 Pounds
30-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Origin Country
Ireland
Spain
Origin Year
1900 AD
1100 AD
Temperament
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
None
Dander
Medium
None to Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
None
Above Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-14 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Addison's disease
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Cherry eye
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
Neuroaxonal dystrophy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Curly
Coat Texture
Straight
Wooly
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Red And White Setter
Spanish Water Dog
Breed Colors
Red and White
Red and White
Beige
Beige
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Brown
Brown
Brown and White
Brown and White
White
White
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