English Setter vs Kishu Ken
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Kishu Ken: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Kishu Ken: Independent0.4
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Kishu Ken: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Kishu Ken3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Kishu Ken3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Kishu Ken5/5
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
Kishu Ken
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive retinal issues
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Dental Disease: Oral health problems
Joint Issues: Mobility complications
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
Kishu Ken
Pros
Loyal and devoted
Excellent hunting abilities
Clean and easy to groom
Athletic and agile
Cons
Strong prey drive
Independent nature
Can be reserved with strangers
Requires experienced handler
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Kishu Ken Fun Fact
White coat was specifically bred for visibility during night hunts in dense Japanese forests.
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.
Kishu Ken
Origin:
Developed in Japan's mountainous regions during the 1930s, the Kishu Ken served as a skilled hunter of wild boar and deer, demonstrating remarkable tracking and hunting abilities.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Kishu Ken
Needs secure fencing due to hunting instincts. Regular brushing during shedding seasons. Early socialization essential for balanced temperament.
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