Stabyhoun vs English Setter
Breed Compatibility
94% Compatible
Energy Level
Stabyhoun: Energetic0.8
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
Stabyhoun: Easy Training0.8
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Stabyhoun: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
English Setter: 2-3 Times a Week Brushing0.6
Moderately Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Stabyhoun5/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Stabyhoun4/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Strangers
Stabyhoun3/5
English Setter4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Stabyhoun
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Epilepsy: Neurological seizure disorder
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Heart Issues: Cardiac health concerns
Thyroid Problems: Hormone imbalances
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
Stabyhoun
Pros
Highly trainable
Versatile working abilities
Good family companion
Low grooming needs
Cons
Requires significant exercise
Can be reserved with strangers
Limited availability
Prone to separation anxiety
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
Stabyhoun Fun Fact
Named 'stand by me dog' in Frisian, reflecting their unwavering loyalty and close working relationship with humans.
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Heritage & Purpose
Stabyhoun
Origin:
Developed in Friesland, Netherlands during the 1800s for hunting, pointing, and retrieving game birds. Served as versatile farm dogs capable of both hunting and family companionship.
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
Stabyhoun
Needs regular exercise and mental stimulation. Moderate grooming requirements with seasonal shedding. 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.
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