Unfortunately, the Irish Setter is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Fourche Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Energetic
Lively
Intelligent
Companionable
Independent
Playful

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Irish Setters are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Fourche Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Avoid Fourche Terriers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Ireland

United States

setter, pointer, spaniel

Yorkshire Terrier and Westie

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1700s

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red

Black
White
Brown
Gray
Brindle

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 Fourche Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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.

While the Irish Setter breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Fourche Terrier breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Cataracts
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

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

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Fourche Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Fourche Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Fourche Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Fourche Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playing Ball, Hiking, Car Travel, Taking Naps

Fetch, Walk, Long walk, Pool, Long walks, Walking, Brushing, Belly rub, Tug-of-war

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 Fourche Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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.

Fourche Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Irish Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Fourche Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Fourche Terrier feed 2 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 Fourche Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 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 Fourche Terrier is between $42 - $84. This makes an average of $504 - $1008 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.

Fourche Terriers 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.

The Fourche Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Irish Setters make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Fourche Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Fourche Terriers 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.

Fourche Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Irish Setters are highly friendly around strangers.

Fourche Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Fourche Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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.

Fourche Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.