English Setter vs English Foxhound
Breed Compatibility
88% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
English Foxhound: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
English Foxhound: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
English Foxhound: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
English Foxhound5/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
English Foxhound5/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
English Foxhound4/5
Living Requirements
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
English Foxhound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Renal Disease: Kidney function issues
Epilepsy: Neurological disorder
Thrombocytopathy: Blood clotting issue
Eye Problems: Various ocular concerns
Ear Infections: Chronic inflammation
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
English Foxhound
Pros
Excellent endurance
Good with other dogs
Gentle temperament
Low grooming needs
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong hunting instincts
Not apartment suitable
Can be vocal
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
English Foxhound Fun Fact
English Foxhounds are so rarely kept as pets that they're one of the rarest AKC-registered breeds!
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.
English Foxhound
Origin:
Developed in England during the 16th century, these hounds excelled in fox hunting across vast territories. Their remarkable stamina and tracking abilities made them essential to traditional British foxhunts.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
English Foxhound
Requires secure fencing due to strong hunting instincts. Regular exercise essential. Moderate grooming needs but vocal nature may not suit close neighbors.
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