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Name	English Setter	Blue Picardy Spaniel	Picardy Spaniel
Origins	England	France	France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	Bleu Picard Épagneul Bleu de Picardie	Épagneul Picard
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel?	Large	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Blue Picardy Spaniel? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	43-45 pounds (19-20 kg)	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	44 pounds (19.5 kg)	44–55 lbs (20–25 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	22-24 inches (56-61 cm)	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)	22–24 inches (56–61 cm)

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel?	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Active Playful Protective Gentle Adaptable Calm	Active Energetic Affectionate Devoted Trainable Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Picardy Spaniel dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel?	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Picardy Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel social needs comparison:	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Picardy Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	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 Blue Picardy Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Picardy Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Picardy Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel?	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Picardy Spaniel 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 English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Blue Picardy Spaniel breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Picardy Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Picardy Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel?	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.	Blue Picardy Spaniel 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.	Picardy Spaniel 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 vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Picardy Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Picardy Spaniel 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 English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Picardy Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Picardy Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Picardy Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel?	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Blue Picardy Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Picardy Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	Ear Infections	Ear Infections
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Blue Picardy Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Picardy Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do English Setter, Blue Picardy Spaniel and Picardy Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Blue Picardy Spaniel: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Picardy Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Picardy Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel coat comparison:	Feathered	Feathered	Feathered
Colors What are the original English Setter, Blue Picardy Spaniel and Picardy Spaniel color?	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	Black Gray Speckled	Gray Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel? English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel grooming comparison:	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Picardy Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel? English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Picardy Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Picardy Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Picardy Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Picardy Spaniel is an average drooler. See more.

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Good With Comparison

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

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel 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: English Setter or Blue Picardy Spaniel or Picardy Spaniel? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel?	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Picardy Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Picardy Spaniel 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.

English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel 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 English Setter and Blue Picardy Spaniel and Picardy Spaniel have?	4-6 puppies	5-8 puppies	3-5 puppies
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English Setter vs Blue Picardy Spaniel vs Picardy Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the 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.	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?	Unknown	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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