English Setter vs Papillon
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Papillon: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Papillon: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Papillon: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Papillon5/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Papillon3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Papillon5/5
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
Papillon
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Progressive Retinal Atrophy: Vision loss
Dental Issues: Tooth decay risk
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clotting
Fontanel: Soft spots on skull
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
Papillon
Pros
Highly intelligent
Easy to train
Good with families
Adaptable
Low maintenance
Cons
Can be yappy
Delicate build
May be stubborn
Separation anxiety prone
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Papillon Fun Fact
Their name 'Papillon' means butterfly in French, inspired by their distinctive ear shape and feathering.
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.
Papillon
Origin: France
Developed in Renaissance Europe as companion dogs for nobility, these elegant canines appeared in numerous royal portraits across France, Spain, and Belgium.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Papillon
Regular ear cleaning needed due to distinctive ear feathering. Weekly brushing maintains coat health. Dental care crucial due to predisposition to dental issues.
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