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Name	French Spaniel	Swedish Lapphund	English Setter
Origins	France	Sweden	England
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canadian Setter French Setter Epagneul Français	Svensk Lapphund	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter? Which is the smallest dog, French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or Swedish Lapphund? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter weight comparison:	44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 40-44 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 35-44 pounds (16–18 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?	49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 42 pounds (18–20 kg), Female: 39.5 pounds (16–18 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (45-51 cm), Female: 16-18 inches (40-46 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: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 17 inches (43 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

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

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter intelligence:	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.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter trainability comparison.	French Spaniel dogs are hard to train. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	French Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	French Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Energetic Intelligent Adaptable Calm Tough	Alert Affectionate Lively Kind Trainable Versatile	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: French Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter?	High: French Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Swedish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter social needs comparison:	French Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	French Spaniel 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 Swedish Lapphund 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.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	French Spaniel 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.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter playfulness comparison:	Average: French Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Swedish Lapphund is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter?	Low to Average: The French Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Swedish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the French Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Swedish Lapphund breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: French Spaniel dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Swedish Lapphund 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	French Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Swedish Lapphund 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.

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter?	French Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Swedish Lapphunds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The English Setter 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: French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter health problems comparison:	No data available	Allergies Ear Infections Eye Infections	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The French Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Swedish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter lifespan comparison. How long do French Spaniel, Swedish Lapphund and English Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of French Spaniel: 11 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Swedish Lapphund: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter?	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 Swedish Lapphund 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 English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	2-3 cup a day high-quality dry food formulated for adult dogs and made with high-quality animal proteins, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the French Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Swedish Lapphund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter coat comparison:	Wavy Glossy	Fluffy	Feathered
Colors What are the original French Spaniel, Swedish Lapphund and English Setter color?	White Liver	Black White Brown	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter? French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The French Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Swedish Lapphund requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter? French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or {name3 shedding:	French Spaniel dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	English Setter 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: French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter 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, French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter?	Medium ⏺ The French Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Swedish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The French Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Swedish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	French Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very 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 French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	French Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	French Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly French Spaniel or Swedish Lapphund or English Setter?	French Spaniel dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Swedish Lapphund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter?	No French Spaniel dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Swedish Lapphund 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 French Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Swedish Lapphund 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?	French Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Swedish Lapphunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

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

French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter 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 French Spaniel and Swedish Lapphund and English Setter have?	3-7 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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French Spaniel vs Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Unknown

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