Belgian Malinois vs Irish Red And White Setter

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

Belgian Malinois vs Irish Red And White Setter
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
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General Details
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-28 Inches
22½-26 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
50-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Origin Country
Belgium
Ireland
Origin Year
1891 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Overall Friendliness
Below Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Traits
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Coat Maintenance
Low to Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
None
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Elbow dysplasia
Eye problems
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Wire
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Belgian Malinois
Irish Red And White Setter
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Liver
Liver
Red
Red
Red and White
Red and White
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