Amstiff vs Irish Setter Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

Amstiff

3/5 · Acceptable

Easiest Grooming

Amstiff

2/5 · Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Irish Setter

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

🤝 Tie

Most Active

Irish Setter

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

4/6

67%

Amstiff

4/6

67%

Irish Setter

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
England
United S
Ireland
Popularity
#796
#72
Common Names & Aliases
Not available
Irish Red SetterRed Setter
Breed Classification
Cross Breed
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Large
Weight Statistics
25-30 kg
Male: 29-34 kg, Female: 25-29 kg
Average Weight
28.1 kg
Male: 31.8 kg, Female: 27.2 kg
Height
Male: 55-70 cm, Female: 52-65 cm
Male: 66-71 cm, Female: 61-66 cm
Average Height
Male: 62.5 cm, Female: 57.5 cm
Male: 68.5 cm, Female: 63.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
4/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
5/5
Territorial Protection
4/5
2/5
Price Range
$800-$1000
$800-$1000
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AttentiveDevotedLoyalIntelligentCourageousFriendlyTenaciousAffectionateCheerfulProtectiveAlert
AffectionateEnergeticLivelyIntelligentCompanionableIndependentPlayful
Sensitivity Level
3/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
2/5
5/5
Prey Drive
2/5
5/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
2/5
1/5
Playful Nature
3/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
1/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
4/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
5/5
5/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
12-14 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
4/5
3/5
Health Problems
BloatCancerCystinuriaHip DysplasiaProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Seizures
BloatCancerCanine LeukocyteEpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypertrophic OsteodystrophyHypothyroidismOsteochondrosis DissecansPanosteitisProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Energy Rating
3/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
4/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
3/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
3/5
Food Consumption
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
BrownBlueWhiteBlackApricotFawnBrindle
MahoganyRed
Grooming Requirements
2/5
4/5
Shedding Level
2/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
4/5
2/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
High
Coat Characteristics
FineDense
Fine
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
5/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
2/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
4/5
5/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Excellent
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Yes
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Yes
Draft Work Capability
Yes
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
3-5 puppies
7-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Not available
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Canine RegistryCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value