Irish Setter vs Poodle

Compare the Irish Setter to the Poodle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Setters and Poodles.

Irish Setter vs Poodle
Irish Setter
Poodle
Irish Setter
Poodle
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General Details
Irish Setter
Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
11-15 Years
12-15 Years
Height
25-27 Inches
15-24 Inches
Weight
60-70 Pounds
45-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Setter
Poodle
Origin Country
Ireland
Germany
Origin Year
1780 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
Irish Setter
Poodle
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 Setter
Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Setter
Poodle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Setter
Poodle
Energy Level
Very High
High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
28 MPH
32 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Irish Setter
Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
None
Dander
Medium
None
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Setter
Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Setter
Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Irish Setter
Poodle
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Setter
Poodle
Average Lifespan
11-15 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Setter
Poodle
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Canine leukocyte adhesion deficiency
Hypertrophic osteodystrophy
Addison's disease
Cushing's syndrome
Bloat
Sebaceous adenitis
Optic nerve hypoplasia
Cataracts
Runny eyes
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Von willebrand's disease
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Premature graying
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Neonatal Encephalopathy
Atrial septal defect
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Setter
Poodle
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Corded
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Long
Long
Coat Coloring
Irish Setter
Poodle
Breed Colors
Chestnut
Mahogany
Red
Apricot
Black
Black and Tan
Black and White
Blue
Brown
Cream
Gray
Red
Silver
White
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