Irish Red And White Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

Irish Red And White Setter vs Welsh Springer Spaniel
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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General Details
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22½-26 Inches
17-19 Inches
Weight
50-70 Pounds
35-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Origin Country
Ireland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1900 AD
-5000 BC
Temperament
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
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
Average
Personality
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low to Medium
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Von willebrand's disease
Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Glaucoma
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Double
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Red And White Setter
Welsh Springer Spaniel
Breed Colors
Red and White
Red and White
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