English Setter vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Entlebucher Mountain Dog: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Entlebucher Mountain Dog: Independent0.4
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Entlebucher Mountain Dog: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Entlebucher Mountain Dog3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Entlebucher Mountain Dog5/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Entlebucher Mountain Dog3/5
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
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development problem
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Cataracts: Vision clouding condition
Hemolytic Anemia: Blood cell disorder
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
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Pros
Excellent herding instincts
Loyal family companion
Athletic and agile
Good watchdog
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong herding drive
Can be stubborn
Reserved with strangers
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Entlebucher Mountain Dog Fun Fact
Known as the 'laughing dog' of Switzerland due to their unique facial expressions and enthusiastic nature.
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.
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Origin:
Swiss mountain dogs developed in the Entlebuch Valley during the 1800s for cattle herding and farm work. Valued for their agility and working capabilities in alpine regions.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Entlebucher Mountain Dog
Needs consistent training to manage herding instincts. Regular exercise crucial for behavioral balance. Health monitoring important for breed-specific issues.
Shedding
RegularlyShedding
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