Weimaraner vs English Setter
Breed Compatibility
87% Compatible
Energy Level
Weimaraner: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
English Setter: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
Weimaraner: Eager to Please1.0
English Setter: Easy Training0.8
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
Weimaraner: 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
Weimaraner5/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Other Dogs
Weimaraner3/5
English Setter4/5
Good with Strangers
Weimaraner3/5
English Setter4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Weimaraner
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Bloat: Serious digestive condition
Eye Problems: Various vision issues
Von Willebrand's: Blood clotting disorder
Hypothyroidism: Hormone imbalance
Spinal Dysraphism: Neurological condition
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
Weimaraner
Pros
Highly intelligent
Athletic
Loyal
Good watchdog
Excellent hunting companion
Cons
High exercise needs
Separation anxiety prone
Strong prey drive
Needs experienced owner
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
Weimaraner Fun Fact
Known as 'Gray Ghosts' due to their distinctive silver coat and stealthy hunting style.
English Setter Fun Fact
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Heritage & Purpose
Weimaraner
Origin:
Developed in the Weimar court of Germany during the 1800s, these aristocratic dogs excelled in hunting large game like deer and bears, later transitioning to bird hunting.
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
Weimaraner
Requires extensive daily exercise, prone to separation anxiety, needs early socialization. Regular grooming minimal but emotional needs high.
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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