English Setter vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Breed Compatibility
93% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Pembroke Welsh Corgi: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Pembroke Welsh Corgi3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Pembroke Welsh Corgi4/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Pembroke Welsh Corgi4/5
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
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Von Willebrand's: Blood clotting disorder
Eye Problems: Progressive retinal atrophy
DM: Degenerative myelopathy risk
Intervertebral Disk Disease: Spine issues
Epilepsy: Neurological condition
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
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Pros
Intelligent and trainable
Affectionate with family
Good watchdog
Compact size
Long lifespan
Cons
Heavy shedder
Can be vocal
Prone to back problems
Strong herding instinct
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi Fun Fact
Queen Elizabeth II was a lifelong Pembroke Welsh Corgi enthusiast, owning over 30 during her reign.
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.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Origin:
Welsh farmers developed these dogs in medieval Pembrokeshire for herding cattle and sheep. Their low stature helped them avoid kicks while nipping at livestock's heels.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Regular brushing needed during heavy shedding seasons. Back health requires careful monitoring. Exercise should avoid high jumps or stairs to protect spine.
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