English Setter vs Tornjak
Breed Compatibility
75% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Tornjak: N/A
Less Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Tornjak: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Tornjak: N/A
Less Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Tornjak3/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Tornjak1/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Tornjak3/5
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
Tornjak
Hip dysplasia: Joint malformation
Elbow dysplasia: Joint issues
Eye problems: Various conditions
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Heart issues: Cardiac concerns
Skin allergies: Dermatitis
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
Tornjak
Pros
Excellent guardian
Loyal family companion
Weather-resistant coat
Intelligent
Good with children
Cons
Needs extensive space
Heavy shedding
Strong-willed nature
High exercise needs
Requires early socialization
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Tornjak Fun Fact
Tornjaks can distinguish between welcome guests and intruders without specific training, showing remarkable judgment.
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.
Tornjak
Origin:
Developed in the mountainous regions of Bosnia and Croatia as livestock guardians during medieval times. Protected flocks from predators while displaying exceptional loyalty to their charges.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Tornjak
Requires regular grooming during shedding seasons. Exercise needs must be met daily. Health monitoring important due to size-related concerns.
Shedding
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