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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Comparison - Dog breed selector: Irish Red Setter or Dokhi Apso or Sheepdog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Irish Setter Tibetan Terrier Border Collie
OriginsIreland flagIreland Tibet flagTibet England flagEngland Scotland flagScotland Wales flagWales
Group Gun Dog Companion Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Irish Red Setter
Red Setter
Dokhi Apso
Tsang Apso
Sheepdog
Scotch Sheep Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Which is the smallest dog, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Large Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Tibetan Terrier? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie weight comparison:
Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg) 18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg) 24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie height comparison:
Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) 14-17 inches (36-43 cm) Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $1200-$2000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie intelligence:
Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie trainability comparison.
Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Collie dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Companionable
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved
Amiable
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Tenacious
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie?
High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie social needs comparison:
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Collie 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.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie playfulness comparison:
The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed.
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The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Border Collie is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie?
Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal.
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Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Tibetan 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.
Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie mouthiness comparison:
Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie?
The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Panosteitis
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Canine Leukocyte
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hyperthyroidism
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Collie Eye Anomaly
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie lifespan comparison. How long do Irish Setter, Tibetan Terrier and Border Collie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie?
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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie energy level comparison:
Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.
Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie coat comparison:
Fine Thick
Smooth
Dense
Feathered
Straight
Short
Moderately Long
Colors
What are the original Irish Setter, Tibetan Terrier and Border Collie color?
Red
Mahogany
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Black
Tan
Red
Sable
Brindle
Lilac
Gold
Seal
White & Red
Slate
Sable Merle
Black & White
Tricolor
Blue merle
Blue merle-tricolor
Slate merle
Red merle
Saddleback Sable
White & Blue
White & Blue Merle
White & Red Merle
White Ticked
White & Gold
White & Sable
White & Seal
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie grooming comparison:
Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Irish Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Collie dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie?

High 🔼

The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Which dog is more friendly?
Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie?
Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie?
Yes
Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Irish Setter or Tibetan Terrier or Border Collie? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie?

Yes

Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Irish Setter and Tibetan Terrier and Border Collie have?
7-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 4-8 puppies

Irish Setter vs Tibetan Terrier vs Border Collie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
The American Int. Border Collie Registry
The American Border Collie Association

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