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Name	Old Spanish Pointer	English Setter	Brittany
Origins	England Spain	England	France
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Group	Extinct	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Braco Espanol Old Spanish Perro de Punta Spanish Pointer	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Large	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or English Setter? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany weight comparison:	Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 60.5 pounds (27 kg), Female: 58.5 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (62-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Which is more expensive?	Unavailable	$400-$600	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Unavailable: This dog breed, unfortunately, is no longer available, it may even be extinct.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany trainability comparison.	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Loyal	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany?	Average to High: Old Spanish Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany social needs comparison:	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Old Spanish Pointer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany playfulness comparison:	The Old Spanish Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany?	Average: The Old Spanish Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Old Spanish Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	English Setter dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old Spanish Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Old Spanish Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany mouthiness comparison:	Old Spanish Pointer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany?	The Old Spanish Pointer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Old Spanish Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Old Spanish Pointer, English Setter and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Old Spanish Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany energy level comparison:	Old Spanish Pointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Old Spanish Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany coat comparison:	Dense Hard	Feathered	Feathered
Colors What are the original Old Spanish Pointer, English Setter and Brittany color?	Black White Brown	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Old Spanish Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or {name3 shedding:	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are low shedders. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany?	Medium ⏺ The Old Spanish Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Old Spanish Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany?	Old Spanish Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany?	Yes Old Spanish Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Old Spanish Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Old Spanish Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Old Spanish Pointer or English Setter or Brittany? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany?	Not really Old Spanish Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Old Spanish Pointer and English Setter and Brittany have?	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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Old Spanish Pointer vs English Setter vs Brittany Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	Unknown	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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