Puli vs English Setter
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
Puli: Regular Exercise0.6
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Puli: Independent0.4
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Puli: Specialty/Professional1.0
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Puli3/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Puli3/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Strangers
Puli3/5
English Setter4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Puli
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive retinal issues
Deafness: Hereditary hearing loss
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Skin sensitivity common
Von Willebrand's: Blood clotting disorder
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
Puli
Pros
Excellent herding instincts
Loyal family companion
Intelligent and trainable
Weather-resistant coat
Good watchdog
Cons
High grooming maintenance
Can be stubborn
Requires experienced owner
Moderate exercise needs
Strong herding instinct may need management
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
Puli Fun Fact
Their distinctive corded coat naturally forms into separate rope-like strands without human intervention!
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Heritage & Purpose
Puli
Origin:
Hungarian herding dogs from the Middle Ages, Pulis worked alongside shepherds in the Magyar plains. Their distinctive coat protected them while controlling flocks in harsh conditions.
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
Puli
Professional grooming expertise needed for cord maintenance. Regular exercise essential for mental stimulation. Early socialization important for balanced temperament.
English Setter
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Shedding
InfrequentShedding
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