English Setter vs Pudelpointer
Breed Compatibility
84% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Pudelpointer: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Pudelpointer: N/A
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Pudelpointer: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Pudelpointer3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Pudelpointer3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Pudelpointer3/5
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
Pudelpointer
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive vision issues
Ear Infections: Due to hunting exposure
Bloat: Digestive emergency risk
Joint Issues: Activity-related strain
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
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
Pudelpointer
Pros
Excellent hunting abilities
Highly trainable
Versatile working dog
Good family companion
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong prey drive
Requires experienced handler
Regular grooming needed
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Pudelpointer Fun Fact
Every Pudelpointer can trace its lineage back to the original 7 Poodles and 100 Pointers used in development.
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.
Pudelpointer
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the late 1800s by Baron von Zedlitz, combining Poodle intelligence with Pointer hunting prowess to create versatile hunting companions.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Pudelpointer
Regular grooming needed for wire coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening important for hunting activities.
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