English Setter vs Japanese Chin
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Japanese Chin: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Japanese Chin: Independent0.4
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Japanese Chin: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Japanese Chin3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Japanese Chin5/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Japanese Chin3/5
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
Japanese Chin
Heart murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Patellar luxation: Kneecap issues
Eye problems: Various conditions
Respiratory issues: Due to flat face
Dental problems: Small jaw issues
Heat sensitivity: Temperature control
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
Japanese Chin
Pros
Excellent apartment dog
Gentle disposition
Low exercise needs
Good with other pets
Elegant appearance
Cons
Delicate health
Difficult to housebreak
Temperature sensitive
Regular grooming needed
Can be stubborn
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Japanese Chin Fun Fact
Japanese Chins are known to perform a unique 'Chin Spin' when excited, spinning in circles with joy!
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.
Japanese Chin
Origin:
Cherished as companions to Chinese and Japanese nobility since the 6th century, these refined dogs served as prized royal gifts and palace entertainers.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Japanese Chin
Regular grooming needed for silky coat maintenance. Temperature sensitivity requires climate control. Special attention to dental hygiene due to small jaw structure.
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