Breed comparison
Irish Setter vs Labrador Retriever
Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Breed | | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 24 to 32 kg | 25 to 36 kg |
| Height | 64 to 69 cm | 55 to 57 cm |
| Lifespan | 12 to 14 years | - |
| Coat | short and fine on head and forelegs, moderate length and flat elsewhere, with long silky feathering | short, dense, without wave or feathering, with a weather resistant undercoat |
| Shedding | Not rated | |
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | ||
| Good with children | ||
| Suits an apartment |
What sets them apart
- Labrador Retriever is easier to train (5 out of 5, against 3 for Irish Setter).
Which suits you
- A smaller home or apartment. Labrador Retriever is rated as the better fit.
- Young children. Labrador Retriever is rated as the better fit.
- A low grooming budget. Labrador Retriever needs less grooming.
- A first-time owner. Labrador Retriever is rated easier to train.
- Find a local groomer or daycarePet businesses near you that take bookings online.
- Breed finderAnswer a few questions and see which breeds fit how you live.
General information, not veterinary advice. Speak with your vet about your own pet.