American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Red Setter
Compare American Cocker Spaniel and Irish Red Setter: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
American Cocker Spaniel
VS
Irish Red Setter
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
American Cocker Spaniel
Irish Red Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
8 – Retrievers, Flushing Dogs and Water Dogs
Not Available
Height
35 – 38 cm
55 – 67 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
24 – 32 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 16 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
4/5
2/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
2/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
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
American Cocker Spaniel
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Quiet
Easy to Train
Small
Irish Red Setter
Great with Kids
High Energy
Easy to Train
Large
Summary
About American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel: a small, sturdy gundog with a silky coat and large, expressive eyes. Cheerful, affectionate, and people‑oriented, it suits active families. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, gentle positive training, and regular, thorough grooming and ear care.
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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