Irish Red and White Setter has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Pharaoh Hound has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Energetic
Playful
Devoted
Loyal
Reliable

Active
Intelligent
Sociable
Affectionate
Playful
Trainable

Irish Red and White Setters are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pharaoh Hounds shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Irish Red and White Setters are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Pharaoh Hounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Ireland

Malta

setter

tesem

1800s

3000 BC

Sporting (AKC:2009)
Gun dog breeds (UKC)

Hound (AKC:1983)
Sighthound and Pariah (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Amber

Black
Brown

Isabella

Red
White

Red
Fawn

Irish Red and White Setters have medium-length coats.

Pharaoh Hounds have short coats.

An Irish Red and White Setter can have a litter of 11-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pharaoh Hound can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

While the Irish Red and White Setter breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

The Pharaoh Hound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Hip Dysplasia
Canine Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism

Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Eye
Hips
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Blood Test
Physical Examination

Irish Red and White Setters thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Pharaoh Hounds are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Irish Red and White Setters need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Pharaoh Hounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Irish Red and White Setters are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pharaoh Hounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Irish Red and White Setters bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Pharaoh Hound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Irish Red and White Setters are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Pharaoh Hounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Red and White Setter, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pharaoh Hound, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Red and White Setters usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pharaoh Hounds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Irish Red and White Setter requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Pharaoh Hound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Irish Red and White Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pharaoh Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an Irish Red and White Setter is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Pharaoh Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Red and White Setter is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pharaoh Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Irish Red and White Setter has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Pharaoh Hound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Irish Red and White Setters can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Pharaoh Hounds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Irish Red and White Setters make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Pharaoh Hounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Irish Red and White Setters are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Pharaoh Hounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Irish Red and White Setters are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Pharaoh Hounds are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Irish Red and White Setters are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Pharaoh Hounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.