Affectionate
Energetic
Lively
Intelligent
Companionable
Independent
Playful

Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Gentle
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful

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

Siberian Cockers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

setter, pointer, spaniel

Siberian Husky, American Cocker Spaniel

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
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1700s

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Irish Setters have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Siberian Cockers are known for their coat length.

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 Siberian Cocker can have a litter of 6-8 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.

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Ectropion
Cardiomyopathy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Liver Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Bladder Stones
Congenital Heart Disease
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency
Kidney Stones

Cataracts
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Otitis Externa
Cherry Eye
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

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

Full Physical Examination
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Chest X-rays
Eye and Ear Examination
Free Thyroxine (T4) Levels

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

Siberian Cockers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Irish Setter has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Siberian Cocker has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Siberian Cockers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Siberian Cockers 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

Playing fetch, Fetch, Runnig, Training

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.

Siberian Cockers 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 Siberian Cocker, 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 Siberian Cockers usually need at least 60 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 Siberian Cocker requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Siberian Cocker 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 30-40 pound (14 - 18 kg) Siberian Cocker 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 Siberian Cocker is somewhere $1.30 - $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 Siberian Cocker is between $42 - $42. This makes an average of $504 - $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.

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

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

Siberian Cockers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Irish Setters are highly friendly around strangers.

Siberian Cockers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Siberian Cockers 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.

Siberian Cockers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.