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Name	Bull Terrier	Irish Setter	Boxer
Origins	England	Ireland	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
Popularity Rank	60	72	11
Reviews	6	4	8
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier	Irish Red Setter Red Setter	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Irish Setter? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 55-65 pounds (25-29 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer intelligence:	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Irish Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer trainability comparison.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Irish Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen	Playful Independent Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Lively Companionable	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer?	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Irish Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer social needs comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boxer dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Irish Setter is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer?	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low: The Irish Setter barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Irish Setter breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Irish Setter dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Irish Setter dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Irish Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Boxer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Boxer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer mouthiness comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Setter dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Boxer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Irish Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Osteochondrosis Dissecans Panosteitis Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Canine Leukocyte	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Irish Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do Bull Terrier, Irish Setter and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Irish Setter: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer energy level comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Irish Setter dogs are high-energy dogs.	Boxer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Irish Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Boxer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Irish Setter dogs don't need too much sleep.	Boxer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Irish Setter has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Fine	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Bull Terrier, Irish Setter and Boxer color?	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Red Mahogany	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Irish Setter requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or {name3 shedding:	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Irish Setter has a high chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Irish Setter dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer?	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer?	Yes Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Irish Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Irish Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bull Terrier or Irish Setter or Boxer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer?	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Irish Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bull Terrier and Irish Setter and Boxer have?	1-9 puppies, average 5	7-10 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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Bull Terrier vs Irish Setter vs Boxer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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