Irish Setter vs Siberian Husky

The biggest differences

• Watchdog / protective: the Irish Setter scores 3 out of 5, the Siberian Husky 1.
• Barking: the Siberian Husky scores 5 out of 5, the Irish Setter 3.

They score the same on affection with family, good with young children, good with other dogs, openness to strangers, playfulness, energy level.

Which one should you choose?

Pick the Irish Setter if you want less dog hair, you want a dog that is easier to train, you want a quieter dog. Pick the Siberian Husky if its looks and size suit you better, since the ratings are close.

Ratings are general breed tendencies from the AKC. Every dog is an individual, so meet the dog, and its parents if you can, before you decide. Not sure? Try the breed selector.

Source: American Kennel Club breed ratings (compiled February 2022). How we check.