Japanese Chin vs English Setter
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
Japanese Chin: Regular Exercise0.6
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Japanese Chin: Independent0.4
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Japanese Chin: Weekly Brushing0.4
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Japanese Chin3/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Japanese Chin5/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Strangers
Japanese Chin3/5
English Setter4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Japanese Chin
Heart murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Patellar luxation: Kneecap issues
Eye problems: Various conditions
Respiratory issues: Due to flat face
Dental problems: Small jaw issues
Heat sensitivity: Temperature control
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
Pros & Cons Comparison
Japanese Chin
Pros
Excellent apartment dog
Gentle disposition
Low exercise needs
Good with other pets
Elegant appearance
Cons
Delicate health
Difficult to housebreak
Temperature sensitive
Regular grooming needed
Can be stubborn
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
Japanese Chin Fun Fact
Japanese Chins are known to perform a unique 'Chin Spin' when excited, spinning in circles with joy!
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Heritage & Purpose
Japanese Chin
Origin:
Cherished as companions to Chinese and Japanese nobility since the 6th century, these refined dogs served as prized royal gifts and palace entertainers.
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.
Special Considerations
Japanese Chin
Regular grooming needed for silky coat maintenance. Temperature sensitivity requires climate control. Special attention to dental hygiene due to small jaw structure.
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
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