English Setter vs Akita
Breed Compatibility
77% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Akita: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Akita: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Akita: Daily Brushing0.8
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Akita3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Akita1/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Akita2/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
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
Akita
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Bloat: Stomach torsion risk
PRA: Progressive eye disease
Thyroid Issues: Hormone imbalance
Sebaceous Adenitis: Skin condition
VKH Syndrome: Autoimmune disorder
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
Akita
Pros
Extremely loyal to family
Excellent guard dog
Clean and fastidious
Quiet unless necessary
Independent nature
Cons
Strong prey drive
Same-sex dog aggression
Not ideal for first-time owners
Heavy shedding
Strong-willed personality
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Akita Fun Fact
Hachiko, the famous Akita, waited nine years at Shibuya Station for his deceased owner's return.
Heritage & Purpose
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.
Akita
Origin: Japan
Developed in Japan's mountainous Akita prefecture during the 17th century, these dogs served as skilled big-game hunters and loyal guardians of nobility.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Akita
Requires consistent grooming during shedding seasons, daily exercise regimen, and early socialization. Health screening for breed-specific conditions essential.
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