Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Affectionate
Energetic
Lively
Intelligent
Companionable
Independent
Playful

Avoid Chi Apsos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Lhasa Apso and Chihuahua

setter, pointer, spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer 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

Unknown

1700s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Cream
Brown
Black
White
Pied

Red

A Chi Apso 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.

An Irish Setter 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.

Hypoglycemia
Collapsed Trachea
Kidney Disease

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Cherry Eye

Cataracts
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans

X-Rays
Blood Count
Blood Chemistry
Full Body Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Dna Test For Vwd
Dna For Pra
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Chi Apsos are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Chi Apso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Irish Setter has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Chi Apsos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Chi Apsos have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Chi Apsos bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Irish Setters are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Play, Walk

Playing Ball, Hiking, Car Travel, Taking Naps

Chi Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Chi Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Irish 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chi Apso, it's at least 5 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 Irish Setter, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chi Apsos 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.

In general most Irish 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.

The Chi Apso requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Irish Setters 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.

Chi Apso 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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-15 pound (6 - 7 kg) Chi Apso feed 1 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 60-71 pound (27 - 32 kg) Irish Setter feed 3 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 a Chi Apso is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Chi Apso is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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 an Irish Setter is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $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.

Chi Apso is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Irish Setter is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Chi Apsos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Irish Setter is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Chi Apsos have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Chi Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Irish Setters are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Irish Setters are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chi Apsos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The Irish Setter is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.