English Setter vs Belgian Malinois
Breed Compatibility
89% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Belgian Malinois: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Belgian Malinois: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Belgian Malinois: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Belgian Malinois3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Belgian Malinois3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Belgian Malinois3/5
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
Belgian Malinois
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Pannus: Eye inflammation condition
Thyroid Issues: Hormone imbalances
Von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clotting
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
Belgian Malinois
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent working ability
Athletic
Loyal
Protective
Cons
High exercise needs
Intense drive requires management
Can be too protective
Needs experienced handler
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Belgian Malinois Fun Fact
Belgian Malinois can detect scents 40x better than humans and jump over 8 feet high!
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.
Belgian Malinois
Origin:
Developed in Belgium during the 1800s as versatile herding dogs and guardians. Malinois served alongside military and police forces, excelling in protection work.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Belgian Malinois
Requires extensive socialization, high-level exercise commitment, and experienced handling. Regular grooming and mental stimulation essential for balanced behavior.
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