Unfortunately, the Irish Red and White Setter is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Affectionate
Energetic
Playful
Devoted
Loyal
Reliable

Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Spirited
Keen

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

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

setter

Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

1800s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Straight

Wiry

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 Welsh Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Hip Dysplasia
Canine Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation

Eye
Hips
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays

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.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers 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 Welsh Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Welsh Wire Fox Terriers usually need at least 45 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.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

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

Welsh Wire Fox Terrier 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Irish Red and White Setter feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 17-21 pound (8 - 10 kg) Welsh Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

The average cost of a Welsh Wire Fox Terrier 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 Welsh Wire Fox Terrier 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.

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

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Welsh Wire Fox Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Irish Red and White Setters are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.