Irish Setter has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Toy Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Affectionate
Energetic
Lively
Intelligent
Companionable
Independent
Playful

Alert
Intelligent
Playful
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Ireland

United States

setter, pointer, spaniel

smooth fox terrier, chihuahua, miniature pinscher, manchester terrier

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
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

1700s

1800s

Sporting (AKC:1878)
Gundog (UKC)

Toy (AKC:2003)
Terriers (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Red

Black
Brown
White

Irish Setters have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Toy Fox Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in 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 Toy Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 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.

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Allergies
Hypothyroidism

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

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Allergy Tests

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

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

Irish Setter has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Toy Fox Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

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

Irish Setter dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Toy Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Playing Ball, Hiking, Car Travel, Taking Naps

Walk, Run, Fetch, Hide & Seek, Tug-of-war

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.

Toy Fox Terriers 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 Toy Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 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 Toy Fox Terriers usually need at least 30 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 Toy Fox Terrier is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Toy Fox 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

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 3-7 pound (1 - 3 kg) Toy Fox Terrier feed 0.8 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 Toy Fox Terrier 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 Toy Fox Terrier 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.

Toy Fox Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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.

Toy Fox Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Toy Fox Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

Irish Setters are highly friendly around strangers.

Toy Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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.

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