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Brittany vs English Setter Comparison – Which dog is better American Brittany or Laverack?

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Brittany and English Setter. What other names are these breeds known by?
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Brittany and an English Setter. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Brittany vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Medium Large
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Brittany and an English Setter. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or English Setter? Is a Brittany taller than an English Setter?
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Brittany vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Brittany and an English Setter. Which breed costs more?
$700-$800 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or English Setter?
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare training requirements.
Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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English Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare alertness levels.
Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare territorial behaviors.
Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Brittany vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Brittany and an English Setter. How do their temperaments differ?
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Brittany vs English Setter?
Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs English Setter?
High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Brittany vs English Setter social needs comparison:
Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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English Setter dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Brittany vs English Setter?
The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Brittany vs English Setter? Which can be better for hunting?
Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Brittany vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare play drive and energy.
The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The English Setter is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare living space needs.
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.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.

Brittany vs English Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare adaptability levels.
Brittany 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or English Setter?
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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 vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Setter bite force: Ordinary.

Brittany vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare average lifespans.
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare climate tolerances.
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.
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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Brittany and an English Setter. Which breed is healthier?
The Brittany 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Brittany vs English Setter?
Average
The Brittany 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs English Setter health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
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Brittany vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare activity levels.
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Brittany vs English Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or English Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or English Setter?
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Brittany vs English Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare obesity risks.
Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare daily food needs.
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Brittany vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare allergy friendliness.
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Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Brittany and English Setter? Compare breed colors.
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare maintenance needs.
Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare drooling amounts.
The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
How do coats differ between a Brittany and an English Setter? Compare fur types.
Feathered Feathered
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or English Setter? Do Brittany dogs shed more than English Setter dogs?
Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany vs English Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare kid-friendliness.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or English Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or English Setter?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or English Setter? Can a Brittany and an English Setter be friends? Do Brittany dogs get along with English Setter dogs?
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Brittany vs English Setter?
Yes
Brittany 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Brittany is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Brittany vs English Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare service capabilities.

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare therapy capabilities.

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare scenting abilities.

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 & Rescue Potential
Which is better for search and rescue: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare SAR abilities.

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Which is better on boats: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare maritime abilities.

Not really

Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Brittany or an English Setter? Compare draft work capabilities.

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Brittany and English Setter. Which has stronger military background?

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.

Brittany vs English Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Brittany and English Setter. Which has larger litters?
1-11 puppies, average 6 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Brittany and English Setter breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Brittany and English Setter. Which needs longer recovery?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Brittany vs English Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Brittany and English Setter. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Brittany and English Setter. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Brittany and English Setter. Which is more widely recognized?
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
Unknown

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