Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound vs English Setter
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Regular Exercise0.6
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Agreeable0.6
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Weekly Brushing0.4
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Strangers
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
English Setter4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive vision issues
Ear Infections: Due to drooping ears
Bloat: Digestive emergency risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Cardiac Issues: Heart health concerns
English Setter
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Deafness: Hereditary hearing loss
Hypothyroidism: Thyroid hormone deficiency
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Eye Problems: Various ocular conditions
Bloat: Gastric dilatation risk
Pros & Cons Comparison
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Pros
Excellent tracking abilities
Loyal companion
Good endurance
Versatile working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
Strong prey drive
Reserved with strangers
Needs experienced handler
English Setter
Pros
Gentle and friendly temperament
Excellent with children
Athletic and versatile
Good hunting companion
Cons
Regular grooming required
High exercise needs
Can be stubborn
Moderate shedding
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound Fun Fact
Their exceptional nose can track week-old scent trails across challenging mountain terrain.
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Heritage & Purpose
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Origin:
Developed in Bavaria during the 1870s for tracking wounded game in mountainous terrain. Expert scent hounds valued for their precise tracking abilities in challenging landscapes.
English Setter
Origin:
Developed in England during the 1800s for hunting game birds, these dogs excelled at 'setting' or crouching low when locating birds, allowing hunters to cast nets over the game.
Special Considerations
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Regular ear cleaning needed due to drooping ears. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation. Health screening for common breed issues recommended.
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.