English Setter vs Boxer
Breed Compatibility
89% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Boxer: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Boxer: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Boxer: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Boxer5/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Boxer3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Boxer4/5
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
Boxer
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Cardiomyopathy: Heart muscle disease
Aortic Stenosis: Heart valve defect
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord
Hypothyroidism: Thyroid dysfunction
Corneal Dystrophy: Eye condition
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
Boxer
Pros
Great with children
Loyal and protective
Athletic and playful
Easy to train
Low grooming needs
Cons
Prone to several health issues
High exercise needs
May drool significantly
Temperature sensitive
Can be stubborn
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Boxer Fun Fact
Boxers got their name from their unique fighting style, using their front paws like a human boxer!
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.
Boxer
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the 19th century, these dogs served as bull-baiters before becoming skilled hunting companions, particularly for large game like wild boar and bear.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Boxer
Temperature sensitivity requires indoor living. Regular exercise essential for behavioral balance. Health monitoring needed for breed-specific conditions.
Shedding
RegularlyShedding
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