Akita vs Irish Red Setter
Compare Akita and Irish Red Setter: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Akita
VS
Irish Red Setter
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Akita
Irish Red Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
Not Available
Height
60 – 67 cm
55 – 67 cm
Weight
38 – 42 kg
24 – 32 kg
Life Expectancy
10 – 11 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
2/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
5/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
4/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Akita
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Protective
Large
Irish Red Setter
Great with Kids
High Energy
Easy to Train
Large
Summary
About Akita
Large, powerful Japanese spitz breed with a broad head, curled tail and dense double coat that sheds heavily. Calm, independent and reserved with strangers but deeply loyal to family and a natural guardian. Intelligent yet strong‑willed, best for experienced, consistent owners.
About Irish Red Setter
An energetic, affectionate pointing dog with a chestnut-red coat, long ears, and an elegant, athletic build. Bred to find and point game birds, the Irish Red Setter needs plenty of exercise, mental stimulation, and close interaction with its owner. Playful and often slow to mature, this breed is best suited to an active home with time for training, companionship, and regular grooming.
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