English Setter vs Irish Red Setter
English Setter
The English Setter is a friendly and well-balanced dog with a gentle nature.
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Irish Red Setter
The Irish Red Setter is a lively and friendly dog known for its joyful and energetic nature.
View profile→| Attribute | English Setter | Irish Red Setter |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Medium | Medium |
| Height | 58 - 69 cm | 64 - 69 cm |
| Weight | 28 kg | 29 kg |
| Life Expectancy | 12 years | 14 years |
| FCI Group | Companion and Toy Dogs | Companion and Toy Dogs |
| Grooming | Medium | Medium |
| Shedding | Medium | Medium |
| Energy Level | High | Very high |
| Trainability | Low | Low |
| Child Friendly | High | Medium |
| Character | The English Setter is a friendly and well-balanced dog with a gentle nature. | The Irish Red Setter is a lively and friendly dog known for its joyful and energetic nature. |
Comparison
English Setter
Irish Red Setter
Summary
The English Setter is a medium dog (28 kg) with a life expectancy of 12 years. The Irish Red Setter is medium (29 kg) and lives 14 years. For grooming, the English Setter rates medium, the Irish Red Setter medium. The English Setter scores high for child-friendliness, the Irish Red Setter medium. For beginners, the English Setter is the better choice.
Which breed is a better fit?
For Beginners
English Setter has low trainability with high energy
English SetterFor Families
English Setter has high child-friendliness
English SetterFor Active People
Irish Red Setter has very high energy level
Irish Red SetterLow Maintenance
Both breeds are comparable
For Apartments
English Setter is medium with high energy
English SetterFrequently Asked Questions
The English Setter is a medium dog (28 kg) with high energy. The Irish Red Setter is medium (29 kg) with very high energy. The English Setter lives 12 years, the Irish Red Setter 14 years.