English Setter vs Welsh Terrier
Breed Compatibility
88% Compatible
Energy Level
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Welsh Terrier: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Welsh Terrier: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Welsh Terrier: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
English Setter4/5
Welsh Terrier5/5
Good with Other Dogs
English Setter4/5
Welsh Terrier3/5
Good with Strangers
English Setter4/5
Welsh Terrier5/5
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
Welsh Terrier
Hip dysplasia: joint malformation
Lens luxation: eye condition
Allergies: skin sensitivities
Glaucoma: eye pressure issues
Epilepsy: neurological disorder
Thyroid problems: hormone imbalance
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
Welsh Terrier
Pros
Intelligent
Loyal
Low-shedding
Good with children
Adaptable
Alert watchdog
Cons
Strong prey drive
Can be stubborn
Needs regular grooming
High exercise needs
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Welsh Terrier Fun Fact
Welsh Terriers hold the distinction of being one of the oldest existing dog breeds in the UK still bred true to type.
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.
Welsh Terrier
Origin:
Developed in Wales during the 1700s, these terriers excelled at hunting foxes, badgers, and otters in the rugged Welsh countryside, demonstrating remarkable courage and tenacity.
Special Considerations
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Welsh Terrier
Regular professional grooming needed every 8-12 weeks. Daily exercise essential to prevent boredom. Watch for signs of common health issues like eye problems.
Shedding
RegularlyShedding
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