English Setter vs Pekingese
Breed Compatibility
84% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Pekingese: Calm0.4
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Pekingese: May be Stubborn0.2
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Pekingese: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Pekingese3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Pekingese3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Pekingese3/5
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
Pekingese
Brachycephalic syndrome: Breathing issues
Patellar luxation: Kneecap problems
Heart murmurs: Cardiac concerns
Eye problems: Due to facial structure
Spinal disc issues: Back problems
Skin fold infections: Facial wrinkles
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
Pekingese
Pros
Excellent apartment dogs
Loyal and devoted
Low exercise needs
Independent nature
Cons
Stubborn and challenging to train
Regular grooming required
Heat sensitive
Can be aloof with strangers
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Pekingese Fun Fact
Ancient Chinese emperors would sentence anyone who stole a Pekingese to death!
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.
Pekingese
Origin:
Sacred dogs of Chinese Imperial palace during Tang Dynasty, these companions were exclusively owned by royalty and served as temple guardians and lap dogs.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Pekingese
Regular grooming essential for coat maintenance. Heat sensitivity requires climate control. Special attention needed for facial wrinkles and breathing issues.
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