Affectionate
Energetic
Lively
Intelligent
Companionable
Independent
Playful

Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Irish Setters are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Crested Cavaliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

setter, pointer, spaniel

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Chinese Crested

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red

Black
White
Blue
Cream

Irish Setters have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Crested Cavaliers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

An Irish Setter can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Crested Cavalier can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Irish Setters are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Crested Cavaliers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Lens Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Entropion

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Dna Test For Vwd
Dna For Pra
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Ophthalmic Exam
Chest X-rays
Orthopedic Exam
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)
Holter monitoring (24-hour ECG)
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Blood Pressure Evaluation

Irish Setters thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Crested Cavaliers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Irish Setters need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Crested Cavaliers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Irish Setters are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Crested Cavaliers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Irish Setters are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Crested Cavalier dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Irish Setters are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Crested Cavaliers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Setter, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Cavalier, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Setters usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Crested Cavaliers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Irish Setters require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Crested Cavalier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-71 pound (27 - 32 kg) Irish Setter feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Crested Cavalier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Irish Setter is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Crested Cavalier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Setter is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Crested Cavalier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Irish Setter is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Crested Cavaliers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Irish Setter is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Crested Cavaliers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Irish Setters are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Crested Cavaliers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Irish Setters are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Crested Cavaliers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Irish Setters are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Crested Cavaliers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Irish Setter is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Crested Cavaliers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.