English Setter vs Clumber Spaniel
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Clumber Spaniel: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Clumber Spaniel: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Clumber Spaniel: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Clumber Spaniel3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Clumber Spaniel3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Clumber Spaniel4/5
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
Clumber Spaniel
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Entropion: Eyelid rolls inward
PRA: Progressive eye disease
Ectropion: Eyelid rolls outward
Hypothyroidism: Hormone imbalance
Intervertebral Disk Disease: Spine
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
Clumber Spaniel
Pros
Gentle and patient nature
Good with children
Loyal family companion
Excellent hunting abilities
Cons
Heavy shedding
Significant drooling
Prone to weight gain
Regular grooming required
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Clumber Spaniel Fun Fact
Despite their size, Clumber Spaniels were historically known as 'silent hunters' in dense undergrowth.
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.
Clumber Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in France during the 18th century at the kennels of the Duc de Noailles, these dogs excelled at hunting in dense undergrowth and retrieving game in challenging terrain.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Clumber Spaniel
Regular grooming needed to manage shedding and drooling. Moderate exercise requirements must be met daily. Eye and joint health should be monitored closely.
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