English Setter vs Chow Chow
Breed Compatibility
80% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Chow Chow: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Chow Chow: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Chow Chow: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Chow Chow3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Chow Chow2/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Chow Chow2/5
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
Chow Chow
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Entropion: Eyelid rolls inward
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint issues
Thyroid Disease: Hormone imbalance
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap problems
Von Willebrand's: 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
Chow Chow
Pros
Loyal to family
Clean and cat-like
Excellent guard dog
Minimal barking
Independent nature
Cons
Stubborn personality
Challenging to train
Heavy shedding
Aloof with strangers
Requires regular grooming
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Chow Chow Fun Fact
The Chow Chow is one of few breeds naturally born with a blue-black tongue, a trait shared only with Shar-Peis.
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.
Chow Chow
Origin:
Dating back to China's Han Dynasty, these dogs served as palace guardians and hunting companions. Their versatile nature made them valuable working dogs across Asia.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Chow Chow
Regular brushing essential for thick double coat. Moderate exercise needs but sensitive to heat. Early socialization crucial for balanced temperament.
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