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Name	Boxer	American Staffordshire Terrier	Irish Setter
Origins	Germany	United States	Ireland
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	11	83	72
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer	Stafford Staffy Amstaff	Irish Red Setter Red Setter
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or American Staffordshire Terrier? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter weight comparison:	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)	57-67 pounds (25-30 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)	62 pounds (27.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter height comparison:	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)	Male: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (41-46 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 18 inches (45.5 cm), Female: 17 inches (43.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$800-$1000	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The American Staffordshire Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter trainability comparison.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright	Courageous Intelligent Friendly Loyal Devoted Attentive Tenacious	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter?	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter social needs comparison:	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Boxer dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter playfulness comparison:	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter?	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the American Staffordshire Terrier breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
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Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: American Staffordshire Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Staffordshire Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter mouthiness comparison:	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter?	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The American Staffordshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Boxer, American Staffordshire Terrier and Irish Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of American Staffordshire Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter energy level comparison:	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The American Staffordshire Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter coat comparison:	Waterproof	Fine	Fine
Colors What are the original Boxer, American Staffordshire Terrier and Irish Setter color?	White Fawn Brindle	Black Blue White Brown	Red Mahogany
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The American Staffordshire Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter?	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Staffordshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The American Staffordshire Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter?	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter?	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes American Staffordshire Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Staffordshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Boxer or American Staffordshire Terrier or Irish Setter? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter?	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really American Staffordshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Boxer and American Staffordshire Terrier and Irish Setter have?	2-10 puppies, average 6	5-10 puppies	7-10 puppies
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Boxer vs American Staffordshire Terrier vs Irish Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1936 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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