Samoyed
VS
Irish Setter
Samoyed vs Irish Setter
Compare Samoyed and Irish Setter side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Samoyed
Irish Setter
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
55 – 67 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
24 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
10 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
5/5
1/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
Irish Setter
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Samoyed
Medium, strong Arctic spitz bred by the Samoyede people to herd reindeer, pull sleds, and share family tents. Noted for its “Samoyed smile” and heavy, low‑odor double coat. Social, energetic, vocal, and intelligent, it needs close companionship, firm positive training, and ample exercise.
About Irish Setter
Graceful Irish gundog with a mahogany red, feathered coat needing regular grooming. Medium‑large, athletic and high‑energy, it thrives on daily vigorous exercise and mental work. Affectionate, people‑oriented and playful, it’s good with families but needs consistent, positive training.
Similar breeds
More breeds
