English Setter vs Mastiff
Breed Compatibility
52% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Mastiff: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Mastiff: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Mastiff: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Luxury
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Mastiff/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Mastiff/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Mastiff/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
Mastiff
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation issue
Bloat: Gastric torsion condition
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Eye Problems: Various optical issues
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Cancer: Various types common in breed
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
Mastiff
Pros
Gentle and patient nature
Excellent guard dog
Good with family
Low grooming needs
Cons
Heavy drooling
Shorter lifespan
Requires significant space
High food costs
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Mastiff Fun Fact
Ancient Mastiffs were so valued in battle that entire units of Roman armies were dedicated to their care.
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.
Mastiff
Origin:
Ancient Roman war dogs evolved into estate guardians across medieval England. These powerful dogs protected estates and served as hunting companions for nobility.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Mastiff
Heat sensitivity requires climate control. Regular monitoring for bloat symptoms essential. Joint support supplements recommended throughout life.
Shedding
RegularlyShedding
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