Jämthund vs Irish Red Setter
Compare Jämthund and Irish Red Setter: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Jämthund
VS
Irish Red Setter
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Jämthund
Irish Red Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
5 – Spitz and Primitive Types
Not Available
Height
52 – 65 cm
55 – 67 cm
Weight
22 – 25 kg
24 – 32 kg
Life Expectancy
12 – 15 years
12 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy Level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
5/5
2/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming Needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
5/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
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
Jämthund
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Medium
Irish Red Setter
Great with Kids
High Energy
Easy to Train
Large
Summary
About Jämthund
The Jämthund is a large, wolf‑like Scandinavian spitz bred for elk hunting in harsh Nordic forests. It has a thick grey double coat, curled tail, and calm, loyal nature. Intelligent and independent, it needs experienced handling, rigorous daily exercise, and regular mental work.
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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