English Setter vs French Spaniel
Breed Compatibility
82% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
French Spaniel: N/A
Less Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
French Spaniel: N/A
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
French Spaniel: N/A
Less Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
French Spaniel5/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
French Spaniel5/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
French Spaniel5/5
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
French Spaniel
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive vision issues
Ear Infections: Due to floppy ears
Bloat: Digestive emergency risk
Epilepsy: Neurological condition
Joint Issues: Activity-related strain
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
French Spaniel
Pros
Excellent hunting companion
Good with families
Intelligent
Gentle temperament
Cons
Needs extensive exercise
Regular grooming required
Can be stubborn
Not suited for apartment living
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
French Spaniel Fun Fact
French Spaniels were once so rare that only 20 dogs remained in the 1930s before breed revival efforts.
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.
French Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in medieval France as versatile hunting companions, these dogs excelled in bird hunting and retrieving game from both land and water during the 14th century.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
French Spaniel
Regular ear cleaning needed due to floppy ears. Requires consistent exercise and training. Health screening for hip dysplasia and eye conditions recommended.
Shedding
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