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Name	English Setter	French Brittany	Brittany
Origins	England	France	France
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack	No data available	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, English Setter or French Brittany or French Brittany? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany weight comparison:	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)	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: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany height comparison:	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)	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: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? Which is more expensive?	$400-$600	$700-$800	$700-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.	Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany intelligence:	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany trainability comparison.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.	French Brittany dogs are very 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: English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? 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.	French Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.
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English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	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: English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany?	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: French Brittany 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany social needs comparison:	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.	French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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 French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. 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?	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	French Brittany dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. 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

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany playfulness comparison:	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.	The French Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany?	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally. 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 English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	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 French Brittany indoors.	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

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany 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.	French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany 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 French Brittany or Brittany?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany?	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The French Brittany 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.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany health problems comparison:	No data available	Ear Infections Epilepsy Eye Problems Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy
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.	Average The French Brittany 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.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do English Setter, French Brittany and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 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: English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany?	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.	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.

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 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? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany coat comparison:	Feathered	Dense	Feathered
Colors What are the original English Setter, French Brittany and Brittany color?	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton	White Orange Liver Roan	White Orange Liver Roan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany grooming comparison:	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. 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 English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? English Setter or French Brittany or {name3 shedding:	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.	French Brittany dogs are low shedders. 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: English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	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.
Hypoallergenic English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany 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 French Brittany vs Brittany?	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The French Brittany 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 English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	French Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	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 English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	French Brittany 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 English Setter or French Brittany or Brittany?	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	French Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany 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 French Brittany or Brittany?	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	French Brittany 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: English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany?	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes French Brittany 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 English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No French Brittany 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?	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	French Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Setter vs French Brittany 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: English Setter or French Brittany 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.
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 French Brittany vs Brittany?	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really French Brittany breed usually doesn't like 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.

English Setter vs French Brittany 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 English Setter and French Brittany and Brittany have?	4-6 puppies	1-11 puppies	1-11 puppies, average 6
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English Setter vs French Brittany vs Brittany 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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	No data available	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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